Early Years SEND Officer
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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
Early Years SEND Officer – 18 hours
Are you an experienced Early Years practitioner with a passion for supporting children with SEND? We’re looking for someone just like you to join our dynamic Area SENCO team in a permanent role that offers flexibility, purpose, and professional growth. In this dynamic role you will be instrumental in making a difference for children with SEND.
About the Role
As a SEND officer, you will play a decisive role in planning and delivering training to early years practitioners from early identification to SENCO level three accredited training. You will also attend setting to discuss their overall approach to supporting children with SEND, identifying strengths and areas to develop. You will provide advice and guidance for individual children as requested by practitioners.
Through the role, you will coach and mentor early years practitioners, helping them build practice and enhance their inclusive practice. Promoting child-centred interventions that are creative and support learning and development. Champion a solution focused mindset, embracing new ideas and approaches to improve outcomes.
About the Candidate
To be successful in this role you will have a degree in either Early years, Education or health and social care. Extensive knowledge of key legislation such as Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND code of practice. You will have proven experience in working with or teaching young children with SEND, implementing a variety of interventions to support children to achieve their potential.
We are seeking someone who shows a deep passion for working with children with SEND and inclusive education. You will be a collaborative team player with strong communication and coaching skills and someone who is curious, reflective and always looking to improve practice.
If you have any questions please contact danielfranklin@wirral.gov.uk
What’s in it for you?
A hybrid working model, working across Wirral’s Early Years settings, from the Mallory Building, and enjoy the flexibility of home working. You will be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing recruitment@wirral.gov.uk
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on info@involvenorthwest.org.uk or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
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Salary range
- £22,545 - £24,113 per year