Slough Borough Council
SEND Practitioner - Early Years and School Age
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Directorate: Children’s Services
Pay Level
6, £36,508 - £40,958 (fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance)
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Hours
37 hours per week
Location
Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
DBS requirement
Enhanced
Number of Hire
2
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is midnight on 20th August 2026
Interview Schedule
Interviews will be held week commencing 26th August 2026
What You’ll Be Doing
Are you passionate about ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their additional needs?
We are seeking 2 (two) experienced and highly skilled Early Years & School Age SEND & Inclusion Practitioner to play a key role in improving outcomes for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across Slough, with a particular focus on children in the early years and those accessing school-age childcare, wraparound and holiday provision.
This specialist role will provide expert advice, consultation, coaching and practice leadership to early years providers, SENCOs, schools, families and multi-agency partners. You will support the early identification of SEND, champion inclusive and nurture-informed practice, and help ensure children receive the right support at the right time.
Working across a range of settings, you will lead on embedding high-quality SEND provision, support practitioners to implement effective interventions, deliver specialist direct work with children and families, and contribute to workforce development through training and professional learning opportunities. You will also play a vital role in strengthening partnership working, supporting diagnostic pathways, and ensuring successful transitions for children with additional needs.
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This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced SEND practitioner who is passionate about inclusion, early intervention and making a lasting difference for children and families.
Our Council
Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and environment. Every employee contributes to services for local people, directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and want residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous and healthy lives.
What We Offer
We offer a supportive place to grow your career, where your input is valued and heard. You will join a friendly, collaborative environment where ambition and innovation are encouraged.
We support flexible and hybrid working to help colleagues achieve a positive work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, recruit on merit and value a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1 April, subject to six months’ service and satisfactory performance, until the maximum spinal column point is reached.
Alongside a Competitive Salary, We Provide
- 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days after 2 years and 33 days after 5 years’ service.
- The Local Government Pension Scheme
- Wellbeing initiatives and employee networks that help us celebrate and promote equality.
- Tax-free childcare and childcare services
- Season ticket loan to help with rail or bus travel to and from work.
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Accessibility and Support
Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. If you need support during the application process or reasonable adjustments for interview, please contact our Recruitment Team: Recruitment@slough.gov.uk.
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Our staff networks represent diverse colleague groups and help make the Council a place where people feel included and can thrive.
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Right To Work And Checks
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
How We Recruit At Slough Borough Council
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