Location
London Borough of Harrow

Hours
Full time (hours not specified)

Salary
£43,089 per annum

About the Role
The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a committed and compassionate Portage Home Visitor to provide high-quality early intervention and developmental support for children aged 0 to 4 years with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), developmental delay and complex needs. Working in accordance with National Portage Association principles, the SEND Code of Practice and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, the postholder will play a key role in promoting positive outcomes for children and their families during the crucial early years of development.

The Portage Home Visitor will work in partnership with parents, carers, early years settings and a range of multi-agency professionals to support children's learning, development, participation and inclusion. Through the delivery of structured Portage home visits, group-based interventions and community-based support, the postholder will help children develop essential skills and achieve goals tailored to their needs.

A central aspect of the role is empowering parents and carers by building their confidence and capacity to support their child's development through practical strategies, collaborative planning and the effective use of everyday learning opportunities. The successful candidate will foster positive relationships with families, providing guidance, encouragement and specialist support while promoting a child-centred and family-focused approach.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic professional with a passion for inclusive practice and early intervention to make a meaningful difference to the lives of young children and their families across the borough.

Experience
Experience working with young children, particularly those with SEND, developmental delay or complex needs, is highly desirable. Ability to work collaboratively with families and multi-agency professionals is essential.

About you
- Commitment to promoting a positive health and safety culture in line with council policies
- Willingness to participate in performance appraisal, development initiatives and information management best practices
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with information security policies
- Excellent spoken English skills to communicate effectively with customers
- Willingness and ability to travel within Harrow to family homes, Family Hubs, early years settings, schools and community venues
- Ability to work safely under lone-working arrangements during home and community visits
- Commitment to the Council's Equal Opportunities Policy and ability to implement it in daily responsibilities
- Subject to safeguarding and background checks

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in early years, SEND, or related fields are desirable but not explicitly stated. A commitment to ongoing professional development and inclusive practice is essential.