Nursery Practitioner SEN

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Level 3 or above Early Years Educator with extensive experience in supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to join our friendly and supportive Nursery team<\/span>. This is a mixed role, where you will provide targeted support for a child with vision impairment and global developmental delay, while also working within the room to support all children and contribute fully as part of the team<\/span>.<\/span>
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Role Overview:<\/b>
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• Job Title:<\/span><\/b> Early Years Educator (Level 3) – SEND Support (Mixed Role) <\/span><\/span>
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Location:<\/span><\/b> SE4<\/span><\/span>
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Salary:<\/span><\/b> £28,250.30 <\/span><\/span>
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Hours:<\/span><\/b> 38.75 per week <\/span><\/span>
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<\/p>Key Responsibilities:<\/b>
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• Provide individualised support in line with the child’s Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Support the child’s learning, communication, and development through play -based activities<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Adapt activities and environments to meet sensory and developmental needs<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Work closely with the room team, SENCO, and external professionals<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Support and engage all children in the room when appropriate<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Contribute to planning, observations, and assessments<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Promote inclusion and ensure the child feels safe, valued, and supported<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a high -quality learning environment<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Requirements<\/h3>

Essential Requirements:<\/b>
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• Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent)<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Extensive experience working with children with SEND<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Good understanding of EHCPs and inclusive practice<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Patient, caring, and committed to high -quality care and education<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Strong communication and teamwork skills<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Flexible and proactive approach to supporting the setting<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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Desirable Requirements:<\/b>
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• Experience supporting children with vision impairment and/or global delay<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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  Benefits<\/h3>

  We Offer:<\/b>
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  • A welcoming and supportive working environment<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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  Ongoing training and professional development<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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  Opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s life<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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  Support from experienced leadership and SENCO<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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  Extra day off for your birthday<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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  Wellness Tuesday<\/span><\/span>.<\/span>
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