10 Oct
Shared Services Partnership
Farnborough
Job Details:
Salary Range: £30,859 - £33,951 pro rata, per annum (actual salary £23,270 - £25,602 per annum)
Work Locations: Rushmoor Borough Council, Farnborough
Hours per Week: 27.9
Contract Type Temporary until 31 August 2026
Closing Date: 20 October 2024
Interview Date: 30 October 2024
Please upload your CV as an additional document and complete all boxes on the application form with as much detail as possible explaining how you meet the requirements for this role. Please read the job description and person specification below. Covering letters will not be accepted/used as evidence for shortlisting.
Make a difference to the lives of pre-school children with significant additional needs
For over 40 years Portage has been providing a highly professional educational home visiting service for families of pre-school children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The positive outcomes for families and children make this area of work hugely rewarding.
Experienced in working with families and pre-school children, you will have an in-depth knowledge of child development in the early years and approaches to supporting vulnerable families, particularly children with SEND. You will be well organised and self-motivated. You will be a good listener and communicator; you will also have a tactful and sensitive approach.
The Hampshire Portage service has been making a significant impact on the lives of pre-school children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) for over 40 years. This work is indeed incredibly rewarding, given the positive outcomes for both families and children.
If you’re considering this role, here are some key qualities and skills that would be beneficial:
- In-depth knowledge of child development: Understanding the early years of child development is crucial, especially for children with SEND.
- Experience with families and pre-school children: Practical experience in this area will help you connect and support families effectively.
- Organisational skills: Being well-organised will help manage the various aspects of the role efficiently.
- Self-motivation: This role requires a proactive approach to meet the needs of the children and their families.
- Communication skills: Being a good listener and communicator is essential to understand and address the concerns of families.
- Tact and sensitivity: A sensitive approach is necessary to handle the unique challenges faced by families.
Additional Information:
Portage Inclusion Practitioner: job description and person specification
Vetting Requirements:
This post is subject to a criminal records check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements, references will be requested prior to interview
Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:
Danielle Wickens, Inclusion Team leader - 07793 758474 or [email protected]
Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
In order to combat discrimination,
no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.
We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
▶️ Portage Inclusion Practitioner6
🖊️ Shared Services Partnership
📍 Farnborough