Early Years Portage Home Visitor - Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom - Hull City Council

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2 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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Description
Reference

  • HUL/23/0789

Full Time Equivalent Salary (based on a 37 hour working week)
- £ £29777

Occupational group

  • Education
  • Support Services
  • Job term
  • Full Time
  • Appointment type
  • Permanent
  • Hours
  • 3 Division
  • Children and Family Services
  • Directorate
  • Closing Date
  • 18 December 202 Proposed Shortlisting Date
  • 20 December 202 Proposed Interview Date
  • 11 January 202 Place of work
  • The Orchard Centre, Hull HU6 9BX
  • For an informal discussion please contact
  • Debbie Mitchell
Contact telephone


Applications are invited from experienced, self-motivated Early Years Professionals to work within the Early Years Portage team

The successful applicant will:


  • Have experience of using Portage methods; preferably having completed a Portage basic workshop or/and be prepared to commit to job related training which may be local, out of area, or online as required.
  • Be able to demonstrate a secure knowledge and understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and the Early Years Foundation Stage Statutory Framework
  • Have experience of working with parents/ carers and families, supporting their role as first educators of their children
  • Have excellent communication and listening skills and the ability to motivate and empower parents/carers to achieve positive outcomes for their children
  • Be highly motivated and passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable children
  • Be willing to work on a flexible basis to meet the needs of service users, with the ability to work from home when necessary.
  • Have sound knowledge and experience of safeguarding and the ability to consult with parents/carers and professionals as required.
  • Be experienced in and keen to further develop, joint working arrangements with other professionals working with young children and their families.
  • Be proficient in maintaining electronic records and preparing reports as required (using current IT packages) that will contribute to evidence gathering.
  • Be able to transport themselves and teaching materials/equipment safely and efficiently around the city of Hull. The post involves working in families' homes and outreach venues.
  • Be able to safely lift and position children with complex needs/disabilities.
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We are committed to increasing the diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workforce to represent the people we serve and build an environment in which everyone can feel like they belong.

We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.


We reserve the right to amend the dates associated with this advert, which may include closing the advert early where required.


The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Hull City Council embraces the principles of WorkSmart and this post has been identified as a suitable role.

WorkSmart principles create opportunities facilitating a combination of working in the office, adhoc homeworking, or working from various locations, therefore being flexible about where/ how you carry out your role, the specific opportunities available will be discussed at interview.

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