Transition Practitioner

North Lincolnshire Council; Swineshead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Relocation package

26 days leave

Flexible working

Professional development

Wellbeing support

Job summary

North Lincolnshire Council is recruiting for a Transition Practitioner to support children and young people with SEND through key stages of their education. You will work with families, schools and partner agencies to turn plans into practical support that builds confidence, independence and resilience.

The role focuses on transitions from Early Years to Post-16, with multi-agency collaboration to improve outcomes, inclusion and preparation for adulthood.

Qualifications

• Experience of working directly with children and young people with SEND.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to translate plans into practical support strategies.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted transition support for children and young people with SEND at key points in their education.
• Support transitions between Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Post-16 settings.
• Work directly with children and young people to develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Develop and implement practical transition plans that support positive educational outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with schools and educational settings to strengthen inclusive practice.
• Support preparation for adulthood, including independence skills and future planning.
• Build positive relationships with families and provide reassurance throughout the transition process.
• Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings and reviews.
• Monitor outcomes and identify any emerging concerns following transition.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service improvement activities.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Collaborating with families/schools

Education

Level 3 qualification or above in education/child development/youth work/health/social care or related field

Job description

Following a comprehensive review of our SEND service, we have introduced a number of new roles as part of our wider SEND Transformation. These changes represent a significant investment in our workforce and reaffirm our commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND. By creating a stronger and more sustainable service structure, we are enhancing our ability to respond to increasing demand, deliver high-quality support, and work effectively with families, schools, and partners. This recruitment campaign offers an exciting opportunity to join a service that is ambitious about improvement, committed to inclusion, and focused on ensuring that every child and young person with SEND has the opportunity to succeed and flourish. Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of children and young people with SEND? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Transition Practitioner to join our expanding SEND and Inclusion Service. This is an exciting opportunity to support children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) through key stages of their educational journey. You will play an important role in helping children, young people and families navigate transitions successfully, promoting inclusion, confidence and positive outcomes. Working closely with schools, educational settings, families and partner agencies, you will provide practical support that enables children and young people with SEND to access education, build resilience and thrive within their communities.

As a Transition Practitioner, you will:

• Deliver targeted transition support for children and young people with SEND at key points in their education.
• Support transitions between Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Post-16 settings.
• Work directly with children and young people to develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Develop and implement practical transition plans that support positive educational outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with schools and educational settings to strengthen inclusive practice.
• Support preparation for adulthood, including independence skills and future planning.
• Build positive relationships with families and provide reassurance throughout the transition process.
• Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings and reviews.
• Monitor outcomes and identify any emerging concerns following transition.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service improvement activities.
• Level 3 qualification or above in education, child development, youth work, health, social care or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEND, inclusion and transition support.

Essential Experience and Knowledge

• Experience of working directly with children and young people with SEND.
• Understanding of key transition stages and the challenges experienced by children and young people with SEND.
• Experience of supporting children and young people with anxiety, emotional wellbeing needs or barriers to engagement.
• Knowledge of inclusive practice and approaches to supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Ability to translate plans and recommendations into practical support strategies.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with families, schools and professionals.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

We are collectively organised around the people and place of North Lincolnshire. Together we ensure that our communities are safe, well, prosperous and connected. We are ambitious for North Lincolnshire, we want our area to be the #BestPlace for our residents by being the #BestCouncil we can be. We achieve this through living our values - equality of opportunity, excellence, integrity and self-responsibility - in all that we do.

Benefits and perks

• Competitive salary.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Relocation package (where applicable).
• Minimum 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Agile and flexible working opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Employee wellbeing support and benefits.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people across North Lincolnshire.