Nursery Practitioner Level 3 SEN Specialist

Busy Bees Childcare; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a SEN Nursery Practitioner. The role involves creating a safe environment, overseeing children's development, and building connections with families. Candidates must have a Level 3 Childcare qualification and previous experience with children. The role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including professional development and enhanced leave options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Discounts with retailers

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Menopause support

Financial support

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification.
• Previous experience working with children is required.
• Ideal backgrounds include Early Years Educator or Nursery Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth.
• Oversee children's development and care needs.

Skills

Experience with children

Creating stimulating environments

Building family connections

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

About Our Nursery

Our beautiful Newcastle Jesmond nursery has an Ofsted rating of Good and a capacity of 108. Our longstanding team are passionate about giving our children the best start in life. Located in central Newcastle with access to bus and metro links and complimentary onsite parking provided.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off
• 25% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

What to Expect as a SEN Nursery Practitioner

• Create a safe, stimulating environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning.
• Key Person Role: Oversee children's development, care needs, and build strong family connections.

Qualifications

You must hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification and have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.