Specialist Practitioner

2 days ago

Bradford, Bradford, United Kingdom Bradford Metropolitan District Council Full time
Job Introduction

"Our vision is to provide high quality support for all Bradford children and young people using a collaborative approach through transformational learning experiences so that they can flourish, make excellent holistic progress and successfully transition to responsible citizens."

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated colleague to join our team of professionals to work with children and young people from birth to 25 years old, with physical needs as part of our Physical Needs Team. The role is based at Britannia House working as an Outreach Specialist Practitioner visiting the children and young people within their homes or settings across the Bradford District. You will be expected to exercise a significant degree of initiative and personal responsibility in managing time, prioritising and carrying out duties.

As a Specialist Practitioner, you will have the rewarding experience of supporting pupils to access learning and encourage them to become independent individuals

You will join a dedicated team to provide assessment, advice, support, modelling and training for children and young people with physical needs in homes, settings and schools.

Through a detailed induction programme and experience day to day in the role you will develop a depth of knowledge about the Children and Young People (C/YP). We are expanding the use of assistive technology to facilitate learning and independence in the C/YP and it is essential that the successful candidate has an aptitude and confidence in using ICT such as an iPad and various apps.

We are looking for a colleague that has a solution focused approach to meeting the needs of the children and young people. Those needs can also include sensory impairment, cognition and learning, social communication, medical needs and social, emotional and mental health needs.

You must have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in early education, early childhood development, SEND and /or complex health and disabilities OR extensive experience in a relevant field and can demonstrate the necessary skills abilities, knowledge and understanding at this level

Experience and skills required for this role are:

  • Working within GDPR, Data Protection rules and the council's confidentiality requirements when dealing with sensitive information, maintaining records / documents securely
  • Experience of supporting effective play opportunities, and teaching and learning for individual children with physical needs in various settings
  • Experience of delivering training, advice, support or outreach work in the field of SEND / or complex health needs to support children with physical needs
  • Knowledge and understanding of manual handling principles and experience of the practical application of these or a willingness to train in this area

The post holder is required to have a useable car available at all times or as advised by the line manager.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, regarding this post please contact Deborah Craig, Physical Needs Team Lead on or via email

Employee Offer

Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.

Equal Opportunities

We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.

The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.

Specialist Practitioner
  • Salary £34, £36,363.00 Per Annum
  • Frequency Annual
  • Job Reference bradfordmbc/TP/1262/1492
  • Contract Type Permanent
  • Working Hours 20 hrs per week - 3 days
  • Closing Date 11 January, 2026
  • Job Category Education
  • Service SEND & Inclusion
  • Location Britannia House, Hall Ings, Bradford, United Kingdom
  • Additonal Payments N/A
  • Posted on 11 December, 2025

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