SEN/Disability Worker

SEND / Disability Link Worker

Yew Tree & West Derby Children Centre Special Educational Needs & Disability Link Worker 2 to 3 positions

Pay: £31,022K per annum pro rata for part-time (17£ per hour)

Number of hours:

• 1 full- (35 hours ) and 1 part-time (17.5 hours )
• OR 3 part-time positions (17.5 hours )

Fixed term for a minimum of 6 months

Primary Purpose Of The Job

Are you passionate about supporting young children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)?

We are looking for a committed SEND / Disability Link Worker to join our Children’s Centre team, helping children aged 0-5 and their families access the right support at the right time.

This is a rewarding, hands-on role where you will make a real difference to families in the community.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Facilitate universal early learning groups that support children’s speech, language, and development
• Support parents and carers of children with additional needs
• Coordinate multi-agency support via EHAT
• Work with early years providers to support language enrichment and track children’s progress
• Lead targeted groups for children with complex needs
• Provide 1:1 support for individual children within the Children’s Centre
• Promote inclusive practice and contribute to curriculum planning through the EYFS
• Ensure IEPs are in place, reviewed, and accurately recorded
• Identify training needs relating to SEND and support the development of the centre’s training plan
• Coordinate referrals to the Neighbourhood Early Years Team
• Work collaboratively with nurseries, providers, and schools to support transitions
• Maintain strong partnership working with health, education, and community professionals
• Uphold safeguarding principles across all areas of work
• Provide cover for Early Years Practitioners when required to maintain ratios
• Promote equality, inclusion, and high-quality early years practice

What We’re Looking For

Essential Qualifications & Training

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in childcare, education, health, or social care
• Evidence of professional development relating to SEND

Essential Experience

• Experience working in special needs or disability services
• Experience supporting vulnerable families
• Experience working with children under 5 and their parents/carers
• Experience of partnership or multi-agency working
• Experience facilitating groups

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of neurodevelopmental conditions (e.g., ASD, ADHD) in children under 5
• Good understanding of child development and early years frameworks (EYFS, ECM, Sure Start)
• Ability to engage parents, including those who may be reluctant to access services
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team
• Ability to liaise confidently with professionals across agencies
• Basic IT skills (Word, spreadsheets, email, internet)

Commitment & Other Requirements

• Commitment to the Vision and Values of Liverpool City Council
• Willingness to undertake training and development
• Enhanced DBS required
• Good recent sickness record (considering equality and reasonable adjustments)
• A driving licence and access to a car are desirable

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