At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead SEND provision, support children with additional needs, and coach practitioners on inclusive practice.
- Company: Trilakes Nursery and Preschool is part of the fast-growing Attraction Nurseries family across the UK.
- Benefits: Enjoy up to 34 days holiday, a 50% childcare discount, and access to over 100 training courses.
- Other info: Flexible working hours of 38 or 40 hours over 4 days with pay up to £14.60 per hour.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives while working in a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: Must have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and ideally a SENCO qualification or willingness to train.
The predicted salary is between 14.6 - 14.6 £ per hour.
Location: Trilakes Nursery and Preschool; Hours: 38 or 40 hours over 4 days; Pay: Up to £14.60 per hour.
About Us: We are part of the Attraction Nurseries family, a fast‑growing childcare group delivering high‑quality early years education across the UK. Our ethos: Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff.
The Role: We’re looking for a SENCO to lead and champion inclusive practice across the nursery. You’ll be:
- Hands‑on with children
- Supporting and coaching your team
- Making a real, visible difference every single day
You’ll be responsible for:
- Leading SEND provision across the nursery
- Supporting children with additional needs to thrive
- Coaching practitioners on inclusive practice
- Building strong relationships with families
- Working with external professionals (health visitors, local authority, specialists)
- Managing support plans, observations, and next steps
- Keeping documentation accurate and compliant
Why This Role Is Awesome:
- Real impact – you’ll change children’s lives
- Leadership + practice – dedicated SENCO area offering support and guidance
- Supportive team – you’re never on your own
- Clear structure – strong systems in place, including dedicated paperwork time
- Growing company – real influence and opportunity
Reasons Why We’re an Amazing Place to Work:
- Flexible working – 4‑day week
- Up to 34 days holiday + your birthday off
- In‑house Qualification Scheme – earn up to +30p per hour
- Clear pay progression – increase your hourly rate through WOW moments, planning & checklists
- Volunteer day – support a charity of your choice
- Childcare discount – 50% off
- Free uniform & DBS
- Referral bonuses up to £750
- Access to company perks across Attraction Nurseries settings
- Wellbeing support (Health Assured + attendance rewards)
- 100+ training courses + SEND development
The Perfect Candidate Qualifications and experience:
- Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification
- SENCO qualification (desired or willing to undertake training)
- Strong understanding of EYFS & SEND & Local Authority
- Good organisational skills and time management
Personal qualities:
- Patient, proactive, and solution‑focused
- Passionate about inclusion
- Confident working with families and professionals
- Organised and able to manage multiple priorities
- A team player with a positive attitude
What Your Day Might Look Like:
- 7:50am – Arrive, coffee, team catch‑up
- 8:30am – Support children and check in on key needs
- 9:30am – Observe, assess, guide staff
- 10:30am – Parent meeting
- 11:30am – Update plans and records
- 12:00pm – Lunch
- 12:30pm – Liaise with professionals / referrals
- 1:30pm – Support practice in rooms
- 3:00pm – Review progress and next steps and IEPs
- 4:30pm – Team check‑in
- 6:00pm – Head home!
The Details: Location: Trilakes Nursery and Preschool. Hours: 38 or 40 hours across 4 or 5 days. Pay: up to £14.60 per hour.
Salary & Progression:
- Pay increases linked to performance & impact
- Funded training and leadership development
- Opportunities to influence SEND across multiple settings
SENCo Practitioner employer: Finkley Nurseries
At Trilakes Nursery and Preschool, you will be part of a growing team dedicated to high-quality early years education. Enjoy benefits like a 50% childcare discount and funded training opportunities. Located in a vibrant community, we focus on creating happy experiences for children, parents, and staff alike.
