At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and families with early help and inclusion-focused strategies.
- Company: Thurrock Council, dedicated to improving lives in the community.
- Benefits: Generous leave, flexible working, training opportunities, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Join a supportive team committed to professional growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and promote inclusive practices.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Education, Health, or SEND required.
The predicted salary is between 30791 - 37633 £ per year.
The Best Start Inclusion Practitioner (BSIP) provides early help and inclusion-focused support to children, families, early years settings and schools, enabling emerging needs to be identified and addressed at the earliest opportunity. The role is central to preventing escalation into statutory services where this is appropriate, through high-quality relationship-based practice and robust use of graduated response approaches.
The role supports delivery of Thurrock's Best Start in Life, SEND Inclusion and early intervention priorities and operates within a multi-agency system spanning education, health and community partners. This role offers the chance to make a real difference by working directly with families and education settings to strengthen inclusive practice, build confidence and capability within universal and targeted services, and contribute to improved outcomes for children.
What We're Looking For
- Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with families and professionals
- Experience of working with children and families in education, early years settings or family support contexts
- Experience of supporting children with SEND and their families
- Commitment to inclusive, child-centred and family-centred practice
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to explain information clearly and sensitively
Essential Qualifications:
- Relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g. Early Years, Education, Health, SEND or equivalent)
- DBS Check: Enhanced with Children's Barred List is required for this post
Benefits of Working with Us
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 13th August 2026
Closing Date (Internal & External): 13th September 2026
Interview Date: 18th September 2026
If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact Alison Picknell on email.
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