SEND Early Years Specialist Practitioner

SEND Early Years Specialist Practitioner

The Coventry Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Support Service delivers tailored support for early years children with significant special educational needs, from birth to 5 years, both in the home and early years settings. The service collaborates closely with schools, partners in the NHS, third sector organisations and families. The team is supported by a culture that prioritises co‑production, inclusive practice and continuous improvement.

We are committed to an inclusive workplace that welcomes diversity in all forms, including ethnicity, LGBTQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Equality, fairness, nurturing, empowerment, innovation and accountability are core to how we work.

Provide rapid response to schools and settings for early years children with significant SEND. Work in partnership with staff to coach, model and implement inclusive strategies, aiming to remove barriers to learning and improve outcomes.

• Respond swiftly to requests for support from schools and early years settings.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to develop and deliver targeted interventions.
• Deliver coaching and modelling to build inclusive practice across settings.
• Engage with families, professionals and colleagues to co‑create effective support plans.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of the EYFS framework, SEN Code of Practice and related legislation.
• Provide reflective practice and feedback to promote continuous improvement.

• Recent experience of Early Years practice in schools or early years settings.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and the SEN Code of Practice.
• Demonstrated ability to work with children who have social, emotional or behavioural needs.
• Excellent organisational, communication and initiative skills.
• Creative, dynamic and capable of building strong partnerships with professionals, families and colleagues.
• Proactive, positive approach to challenging situations.

Appointments are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a satisfactory DBS check. The role offers a pro‑rata salary based on time worked. For questions related to the role, contact the team by email at

We provide guaranteed interview opportunities for those who identify with specific groups, including members of the Armed Forces and veterans, those in or previously in care, and individuals with disabilities or long‑term health conditions.