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. For a full list of the role responsibilities and selection criteria, please see below. Additional Information: Portage Inclusion Practitioner Job Description and Person Specification Please use the application form only. CV and/or Covering letter will not be accepted/used as evidence for shortlisting. Vetting Requirements: This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, and as per safer recruitment requirements, please note we will take up references prior to interview. Contact Details for an Informal Discussion: Vicky Gilbertson-Havant- 07721 129691 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.