Early Years Inclusion Practitioner
- Exeter, Devon
- Part Time
- £30,518 - £33,699 per annum, pro rata
An exciting opportunity within the Early Years Inclusion and Learning Service has arisen for an Inclusion Practitioner based in our Exeter and East locality, working 30 hours per week.
The post will support the wider service in contributing to the Directorate’s objectives of promoting inclusion and raising achievement for vulnerable children aged 0 to 5 using the Portage model and Early Support programme.
Do you feel passionate about working with early years children with a range of complex needs, these could include, children that are emerging neurodivergent, have complex medical needs and / or genetic conditions.
Have you got recent relevant experience of supporting families? Are you able to promote inclusive practice? Are you solution focused and creative to give practical ideas and strategies to help parents?
We think individual experience, skills and passion make all the difference, so if you meet the majority of the essential and desirable criteria, we’d love to hear from you.
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Provide children with the opportunity to express their views in an age appropriate way, to have their opinions considered and to be able to influence the shaping of services
- Work in partnership with parents / carers of babies and young children with complex needs in their homes and/or early years settings to support the child’s overall development by implementing Portage Principles
- Carry a caseload of children age 0 – 5 with complex additional needs, acting as the child’s lead professional where appropriate
- Work in conjunction with parents, carers and multi-agency colleagues to support a child-centred approach to learning
- Complete developmental assessments using appropriate tools, plan for next steps to include target setting and complete development reports to identify strengths and needs
- Introduce and model appropriate strategies to support the development of children with a wide range of needs through highly creative and individual approaches to each child as appropriate
- Attend planning and review meetings in partnership with the family and other involved professionals
- Provide transition support into early years settings and schools where appropriate
- Supporting Devon wide community events for families during school holidays
- Facilitating community based groups for parents and children
Interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 9th February 2026.
For an informal discussion please contact Donna Lester donna.lester@devon.gov.uk
How to apply
Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.
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- DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
- Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
- This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
- Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.
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- We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
- This role requires a DBS disclosure.
Reference: REQ009054
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Council
- Work LocationExeterDevon
- Work Postcode
EX2 4QD
- Reference
REQ009054
- Occupational GroupEducation Support
- Salary Details
£30,518 - £33,699 per annum, pro rata
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypePart Time
- Hours
22.5 hours per week
- Closing Date
03/02/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes