SEND Practitioner
Hemel Hempstead - UK
Job Summary
SEND Nursery Practitioner Level 3
Up to 29000 per Annum 40 Hours per Week 1:1 SEND Support
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEND Nursery Practitioner to join a well-established Good Ofsted-rated nursery providing dedicated one-to-one support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Working closely with the nurserys SENCO youll help create personalised learning experiences that support childrens individual needs encourage independence and build confidence.
Were looking for a caring patient and enthusiastic Level 3 Practitioner with previous SEND experience who is passionate about inclusive Early Years education and helping every child reach their potential.
What Were Looking For
- A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above essential
- Previous experience supporting children with SEND essential
- Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting essential
- A SEND/SEN-specific qualification would be advantageous
- Good understanding of the EYFS safeguarding and child development
- Experience providing individualised support and adapting activities to meet additional needs
- Understanding of different communication styles developmental needs and inclusive practice
- Ability to work collaboratively with the SENCO parents and other professionals
- A patient compassionate and adaptable approach
- Strong communication and observation skills
Whats On Offer
- On-site parking
- Company pension scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Career progression opportunities
- Opportunity to work in a Good Ofsted-rated nursery
Supporting Childrens Individual Needs
- Provide dedicated one-to-one care and support for children with SEND
- Work closely with the SENCO to implement individual support plans and learning strategies
- Adapt play-based activities to meet childrens individual developmental and learning needs
- Support childrens communication confidence independence and social development
- Create a safe inclusive and nurturing environment where every child feels valued
- Observe monitor and record childrens progress sharing updates with the SENCO
- Support children with daily routines and individual care needs
- Build positive trusting relationships with children and their families
- Work collaboratively with nursery colleagues and external professionals to provide consistent support
- Follow safeguarding health and safety and nursery procedures
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements including an enhanced DBS check satisfactory references and verification of the right to work in the UK in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
Reference: WILL267069/AZ