1:1 SEND Support - Early Years Practitioner (Nursery)

Blenheim Schools; England; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

Blenheim Schools is seeking a caring 1:1 SEND Support Early Years Practitioner to join our nursery team at Cumnor House. You will provide personalised support to a child with additional needs, helping them access activities and nursery routines with patience and warmth.

Working closely with the class teacher and family, you will plan targeted activities, monitor progress, and support the child’s social, emotional and educational development in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND, ideally within an Early Years setting.
• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Early Years or Childcare (Level 3 desirable).
• GCSEs in English and Maths.
• A sound understanding of child development and inclusive practice.
• The ability to plan and deliver targeted support and interventions appropriate to individual needs.
• Excellent communication with children, families and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills and confidence with basic IT systems for recording and monitoring progress.
• A calm, patient and flexible approach, adapting support to meet the child's needs.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team while using initiative when required.
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and supporting every child to achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support tailored to the child's individual needs.
• Supporting the child's physical, emotional, social and intellectual development.
• Planning and preparing activities alongside the class teacher to support learning and progress.
• Encouraging independence, communication, confidence and positive engagement in nursery life.
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping the child develop social and emotional skills.
• Monitoring progress and maintaining accurate records where required.
• Liaising effectively with parents, carers and colleagues to ensure a consistent approach to support.
• Supporting the supervision of activities, playtimes and mealtimes as appropriate.
• Championing an inclusive environment where every child is valued and supported to succeed.
• Working collaboratively as part of the nursery team to ensure the highest standards of care and education.

Skills

SEND experience

Early Years

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT literacy

Safeguarding commitment

Education

Level 2 Early Years / Childcare

GCSE English & Maths

Level 3 qualification desirable

Job description

Blenheim Schools is seeking a caring 1:1 SEND Support Early Years Practitioner to join our nursery team at Cumnor House. You will provide personalised support to a child with additional needs, helping them access activities and nursery routines with patience and warmth.

Working closely with the class teacher and family, you will plan targeted activities, monitor progress, and support the child’s social, emotional and educational development in a nurturing environment.