Nursery SENCO Practitioner (Term Time or All Year)

The SEND Lead will work within the nursery rooms, providing both general nursery practitioner duties and specific SEND-related responsibilities. The role requires a blend of hands-on interaction with children and the strategic implementation of support plans tailored to each child’s unique needs. The SEND Lead will ensure that staff are well-informed about these plans and equipped to carry them out daily., * Child Support and Target Implementation:

• Work directly with all children in the room, ensuring they are fully supported in all aspects of their nursery experience.

• Dedicate a minimum of one hour per week per child on a Support Plan, working on specific targets, whether through direct interaction with the child or by coaching room staff on necessary interventions and techniques. Ensuring this one hour is booked on a regular routine so the room staff can plan their own days.

• Ensure that all staff are aware of each child’s targets and the strategies in place to meet these targets.

• Support Plan Review and Target Setting:

• Review each child’s Support Plan every six weeks, ensuring targets are relevant and based on the child’s developmental needs and next steps.

• Set targets in collaboration with external professionals and SENCO.

• After reviewing and updating Support Plans, share them with the SENCO for further input before they are presented to parents for their six-weekly review meetings.

• Staff Collaboration and Training:

• Educate and guide staff on the interventions and techniques required for children on Support Plans, ensuring these strategies are embedded in daily routines.

• Gather feedback from staff regarding the progress of children on Support Plans and discuss what strategies are effective or need adjustment.

• Progress Monitoring and Feedback:

• Regularly monitor and document the progress of children on Support Plans, ensuring that records are up-to-date.

• Provide constructive feedback to staff based on observations and reports, ensuring that the interventions align with the individual child’s development needs.

• Collaboration with SENCO and External Professionals:

• Work closely with the SENCO to align on SEND-related inquiries and ensure cohesive support for all children requiring additional assistance.

• Collaborate with external professionals, such as Speech and Language Practitioners, in a respectful and professional manner fostering a positive working relationship that prioritises the child’s development.

• Actively contribute to a collaborative and respectful work environment, demonstrating patience, open communication, and a solution-focused approach in all interactions with colleagues.

• Continuous Professional Development:

• Engage in ongoing training and professional development to stay updated on the latest SEND strategies and interventions.

• Share knowledge gained from training with the wider team to enhance the overall quality of support provided within the nursery.

• Parent and Carer Engagement:

• Participate in meetings with parents and carers to discuss their child’s progress and the support in place, ensuring a holistic approach to the child’s development.

• Work with parents to ensure that strategies can be supported at home, enhancing the child’s development across all settings.

Essential:

• Experience working within an early years setting, particularly with children who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

• A thorough understanding of SEND support strategies and interventions.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to train and support staff as well as engage with parents and external professionals.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance SEND responsibilities with general nursery duties.

• Ability to work in a respectful and professional manner, particularly when collaborating with colleagues, including external professionals. Taking onboard their professional opinion and drawing down on their skills to enhance your own.

• A commitment to continuous professional development and staying informed about the latest best practices in SEND.

• Satisfactory background checks, including an enhanced DBS check and two professional references.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a leadership role within an early years or SEND

• Training or certification in specific SEND interventions or strategies.

• Familiarity with local authority SEND procedures and processes.

• Casual dress

• Childcare

• Company events

• Employee discount

• Free parking

• On-site parking, Hours:

• Option 1: 08:45-2:15 Monday-Friday Term Time, 27.5 hours a week

• Option 2: 08:45-17:00, 38 hours a week Monday-Friday, All Year

Salary:

• Term Time Only: £14,691.00 – paid across 12 months

• All Year: £24,324.00

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £24,324.00 per year

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress

• Childcare

• Company events

• Employee discount

• Free parking

• On-site parking

Wonderbloom limited

Wonderbloom limited in Woking GU21 5NZ

Permanent, Part-time, Full-time