Early Years SENCO

Early Years SENCO

Full-Time 27644 - 28267 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Suffolk County Council

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support children with special educational needs and create tailored learning plans.
  • Company: Little Explorers Day Nursery, a warm and friendly environment for young learners.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, free uniform, bonuses, and discounts at popular retailers.
  • Other info: Exciting opportunities for professional development and a nurturing work culture.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive team.
  • Qualifications: Experience with children, especially those with special needs; training provided.

The predicted salary is between 27644 - 28267 Β£ per year.

Little Explorers Day Nursery, Stonham Aspal, Suffolk IP14 6AF

Salary: Β£27,644 - Β£28,267 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Reference: 0840

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting children with special educational needs, ensuring they receive the appropriate guidance and resources to thrive in their learning environment. This position requires a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive atmosphere that caters to the diverse needs of all students.

Your responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement tailored educational plans for children with special educational needs
  • Utilise applied behaviour analysis techniques to support behaviour management strategies
  • Educate staff and parents on best practices for supporting children with additional needs
  • Conduct regular assessments to monitor progress and adapt strategies as necessary
  • Provide mentoring and tutoring for students, focusing on areas such as maths and literacy
  • Engage in proofreading educational materials to ensure clarity and accessibility
  • Collaborate with preschool and toddler care teams to create a seamless transition for young learners
  • Maintain detailed records of student progress and interventions, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations

What you will need:

  • Proven experience working with children, particularly those with special educational needs
  • Qualification in Early Years and ideally the SENCO training (although training will be provided)
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues

About us

At Little Explorers we are dedicated to providing high quality care for children aged 3 months – 5 years in a warm and friendly environment. We are a small nursery and truly believe the needs of the children come first. Staff foster good bonds with the children and it is a great environment to work in. We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and fun person to join our team.

What we will offer you:

  • Working with us will be exciting, challenging and extremely rewarding.
  • You can expect a competitive salary and benefits package including:
  • Free uniform
  • NEST pension scheme for all staff
  • Employee of the month awards
  • Bonuses for attendance
  • Annual staff meal
  • Offers for high street discounts with popular retailers to include cinemas, restaurants and theme parks
  • Access to online training courses including Child Protection and ongoing training and development

Little Explorers – Stonham Aspal are committed to safeguarding the welfare of its children, families and staff. All staff, students and volunteers are required to have an enhanced DBS check to ensure their suitability and undertake safeguarding training.

Early Years SENCO employer: Suffolk County Council

At Sendsory, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for our team of Cognition and Learning Practitioners. Located in Ipswich, Suffolk, we offer competitive salaries, six training days per year, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with SEND. Our commitment to professional development and a child-focused culture ensures that every employee can grow and thrive while contributing to a nurturing educational setting.

Suffolk County Council

Contact Details:

Suffolk County Council Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Early Years SENCO

Special Educational Needs Coordination
Behaviour Management
Applied Behaviour Analysis
Educational Planning
Assessment and Monitoring
Mentoring and Tutoring
Communication Skills