Best Start Inclusion Practitioner

Best Start Inclusion Practitioners play a crucial role in supporting young children and their families through early intervention and inclusive practice across the Family Hub network. This full‑time permanent position involves face‑to‑face work with children aged 0‑5 and families, with occasional remote administrative tasks. Qualifications * Early years practitioner with a genuine commitment to inclusion. * Strong understanding of child development for children 0‑5 years old. * Relationship‑based practice skills and experience in supporting families with emerging additional needs. * Ability to facilitate early identification, navigation of care pathways and promotion of inclusive access to services. Responsibilities * Provide early advice, guidance and practical support to families concerned about child development, additional needs or access requirements. * Help families navigate local services and support pathways through signposting and warm handovers, including health, early years, early help and SEND services. * Promote inclusive access to Family Hub activities through reasonable adjustments, short interventions and targeted inclusion sessions. * Collaborate with partners, including Experts at Hand, to strengthen early identification, inclusive practice and the voice of families in service development. * Maintain accurate records and contribute to service development, workforce learning and an improved experience for families. Benefits * 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days after 3 years of continuous service (option to buy up to 10 days and sell up to 5 days). * Hybrid working opportunities to support wellbeing and work‑life balance. * Paid employee volunteering scheme. * Local government pension scheme with life insurance cover. * Recognition of continuous service in NHS and UKHSA calculations (terms and conditions apply). * Career development through internal and external training opportunities. * Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. * Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing. * Inclusive and social working environment with staff networks, a sports and social club. Values Our core values are inclusive, ambitious and always learning. We aim to demonstrate these values in our everyday behaviour and in the way we serve residents and engage with communities. Equal Opportunities Bracknell Forest Council welcomes applications from all sections of the community and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Reasonable Adjustments We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting recruiting@bracknell-forest.gov.uk. Interview Information Interviews will be held on 9th and 10th July 2026 (first stage) and conducted in person. Contact Early Years SEND & Inclusion Manager – Donna Campbell, Donna.campbell@bracknell-forest.gov.uk, Tel: 01344 354176 Sophie Reeve, Best Start in Life Team Leader, Sophie.reeve@bracknell-forest.gov.uk, Tel: 07795495765 Application Conditions We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. Candidates requiring sponsorship to work should assess eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship; sponsorship availability varies and will be evaluated on a case-by‑case basis. No agencies please. Application Process Please apply online via the link provided, including a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy. Salary & Contract £30,753 - £36,141 inclusive of London Weighting. Permanent contract, flexible hours, full time (37 hours per week). Closing Date 28/06/2026 at 23:59 Reference People/26/339067 #J-18808-Ljbffr