At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with SEN needs through sensory play and daily routines.
- Company: Join Family First at Play Away Day Nursery, Ofsted-rated Good.
- Benefits: Enjoy 24 days holiday, 75% childcare discount, and tailored training.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a strong commitment to equality and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Fluent English and experience in Early Years preferred.
The predicted salary is between 25805 - 31539 £ per year.
We are seeking a SEN 1:1 to join the team to support children with SEN needs within the setting. Within this role you will support and promote their development with lots of sensory play and regulating activities whilst encouraging and supporting daily routine & safety.
Located in the heart of Southampton and Ofsted-rated Good (January 2023), Play Away Day Nursery provides quality, convenient day care for children from 3 months to 5 years old. Outside the nursery, there is a bus stop and parking.
Why Join Us?
- Annual leave: 24 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday
- Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members
- Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline
- Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth
- Pension: Company pension scheme
- Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts
- Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme
- Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support
- Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme
Main responsibilities include:
- Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development.
- Ensure the highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery, and promote these daily in every routine.
- Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the day, and the safety and wellbeing of children, staff and families.
- Maintain strictly professional relationships and report any complaints or concerns to management in accordance with company policy and procedures.
Requirements and skills:
- Fluent in written and spoken English - essential
- Experience of working in Early Years - desirable
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.
Play Away Day Nurseries - City is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
1:1 SEND in Southampton employer: Family First
At CherryField Nursery, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of our team. Located in the vibrant area of Epsom, our newly refurbished nursery offers a supportive work culture with tailored learning opportunities, generous annual leave, and significant childcare discounts. Join us to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while enjoying a rewarding career in a nurturing environment.
