Early Years Practitioner | SEND Lead

Bright Horizons UK; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Colchester is seeking an Early Years Practitioner/SEND lead to deliver high-quality, inclusive early years education tailored to children's needs. Responsibilities include planning engaging activities and safeguarding children's wellbeing. The role requires a Level 3 Early Years qualification. Competitive salary and benefits including childcare discounts and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/carers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each key child.
• Create a safe environment that allows children to express themselves and engage their minds.
• Safeguard children’s wellbeing and support positive behaviour.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Overview

Nursery – Bright Horizons Colchester Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – From £26,916 per annum

Location – Colchester CO4 6BT

Are you looking to work to a culture driven by HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.”

We’re looking for an Early Years Practitioner / SEND lead to join our nursery. We are looking for a candidate who will deliver high-quality, inclusive early years education and care tailored to each child’s needs. Use the key person approach to make accurate assessments, contribute to SEND support plans and EHCPs, and collaborate with families and professionals. Create stimulating indoor and outdoor environments with appropriate resources to support all children, including those with SEND. Promote inclusion, independence, and British Values through engaging learning experiences. Safeguard children’s wellbeing, follow internal policies and external regulations, and support positive behaviour. Engage in ongoing professional development and work collaboratively to maintain high standards across the nursery.

Bright Horizons Colchester accommodates up to 108 children in a beautifully purpose-built setting, featuring spacious rooms and garden areas ideal for outdoor teaching and learning. The nursery boasts excellent public transport links.

Our Benefits

• £ 26,915.20 - 31,720.00 per annum
• Childcare discount of 50% for first child
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*
• Pension
• Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
• Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach

*Subject to T&Cs

The Role

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones. You will create a safe environment that allows children the freedom to express themselves, engage their minds, and help to foster a lifelong love of learning.

What we’re looking for

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carers

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!

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We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.