Nursery Practitioner SEN Specialist

TN United Kingdom; Corby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Level 3 qualified SEN Nursery Practitioner to join their outstanding team. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on children's early development while enjoying a supportive environment that promotes personal growth. With a focus on inclusivity and well-being, the nursery provides comprehensive training and a range of benefits, including generous holiday allowances and childcare discounts. If you're passionate about nurturing young minds and want to be part of a thriving community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Childcare Discounts

Health & Wellbeing Apps

NEST Pension with employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to work scheme

Compassionate leave

Discount platform access

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification.
• Previous experience working with children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure individual child needs are met, supporting parents with SEND.
• Take ownership of observations and planning for key children.
• Encourage and praise children's development.

Skills

SEN experience

Childcare qualification (Level 3)

Observation and assessment skills

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary

Do you want to see personal growth opportunities beyond where you are now and well into your future? Busy Bees has helped thousands of colleagues achieve just that!

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Day Nursery and Preschool at Corby is proud to hold an Ofsted rating of Outstanding. The warm and friendly team is looking forward to welcoming a new Level 3 qualified SEN Nursery Practitioner. The suitable candidate will be required to have SEN experience along with a Level 3 childcare qualification to ensure our children get the best start in life.

About our Benefits

As a Nursery Practitioner, we offer a salary of £12 per hour, plus you will also be entitled to:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - because we all need time to relax and revitalize!
• Your Birthday off ... on us!
• Childcare Discounts - generous discount of up to 50%.
• Health & Wellbeing Apps - Confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as Peppy and Mental Health support.
• NEST Pension with a 3% employer contribution.
• Enhanced family leave.

And so much more, such as well-being benefits, Cycle to work – get to work, get fit, go green, and save money! Compassionate leave and support, Smart Hive – our benefits platform where you can explore discounts at your favorite places!

What to expect as a Nursery Practitioner

• As a keyworker, ensure every individual child’s needs are met, including supporting parents with SEND/ASL needs.
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning for your key children in line with EYFS, providing developmentally challenging next steps.
• Encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.
• And most of all… have FUN!

*To apply for this role, 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*

About the Business

A career at Busy Bees is exciting, dynamic, and always evolving. We offer a fantastic opportunity to work and learn on the job with leading Nursery Practitioners and Educators, along with sector-leading training and support in child development. Our 40 years of success reflect our commitment to excellence.

About the Culture

At Busy Bees, our purpose and values are at the heart of everything we do. They guide how our colleagues work, treat each other, and engage with the communities around us. We promote an inclusive culture and encourage applications from all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities.