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Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nursery school is seeking an innovative Early Years Teacher & SENCO to enhance education quality. The successful candidate will deliver effective teaching while supporting children with diverse needs and leading a dedicated team. Qualifications include Qualified Teacher Status and a degree, with a focus on inclusion and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status.
• Degree necessary for teaching role.
• Experience leading whole school initiatives required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective teaching and learning in the EYFS.
• Support SEND children with tailored strategies.
• Lead and manage a team of Teaching Assistants.

Skills

Effective teaching and learning in EYFS

Child development knowledge

Inclusion and diversity

Behaviour management skills

Experience with SEND children

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree

SENCO Qualification

Early Years Specialism

Job description

Overview

The Governing Body are looking to recruit an innovative, creative and a truly dedicated Early Years Teacher & SENCO to join our team. Basnett Street Nursery school has a deserved reputation as a supportive and professional working environment that strives to achieve the best outcomes for all its stakeholders. Basnett Street Nursery School is an ambitious and aspirational school that holds high expectations for the whole school community.

We firmly believe that all children are entitled to high quality education, and we strive hard to ensure that this is what every individual child receives. Basnett Street Nursery School is a forward-thinking visionary school, working closely with other schools, including local feeder primary schools. We are fully committed to staff continuing their professional development and actively support staff in furthering their ambitions in their career progression. If you would like to be a part of this unique school and can offer us your dedication and creativity in continuing to provide our children with the best start to their education; then we very much look forward to reading your application.

Please read the welcome letter for more information. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS\'s Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request.

Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Degree

Desirable Qualifications

• SENCO Qualification
• Early Years Specialism

Essential Experience

• Evidence of an in-depth knowledge of the delivery of effective teaching and learning in the EYFS.
• To have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of child development.
• Had experience of leading whole school initiatives.
• Commitment to ensuring inclusion and addressing diversity positively.
• Experience of working with SEND children and using a range of approaches/strategies to support and meet their needs

Desirable Experience

• Experience of reporting to Governors.
• Strong behaviour management skills, having an understanding of a relational approach to behaviour which is inclusive for all.
• Experience of leading and managing a large team of Teaching Assistants in order to ensure consistency in curriculum implementation.
• Experience of undertaking the role of SENCO.