Nursery Practitioner SEN Specialist

Busy Bees Nurseries; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Ipswich is seeking a part-time SEN Nursery Practitioner to support children with SEND needs. Responsibilities include planning, observations, and encouraging children's development in a nurturing environment. Previous experience with children is essential. This role offers a competitive salary of £12 per hour and several benefits including childcare discounts and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Salary of £12 per hour

28 days holiday per year

Childcare discounts up to 50%

Health & Wellbeing support

Retail and travel discounts

Qualifications

• Experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Ensure each child's needs are met, supporting parents with SEND/ASL needs.
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning in line with EYFS.
• Encourage and praise children's development and achievements.
• Make learning fun!

Skills

Previous experience working with children

Knowledge of EYFS

Job description

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Nursery Practitioner SEN Specialist, Ipswich

Client: Busy Bees Nurseries

Location: Ipswich

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 10568f7a8622

Job Views: 19

Posted: 12.08.2025

Job Description:

Job Summary

Busy Bees has assisted thousands of colleagues in achieving personal growth opportunities. We are looking for a SEN Nursery Practitioner to join our team on a part-time basis (10 hours per week) at our Ipswich Pinewood nursery, which holds an Ofsted rating of Good.

Benefits include:

• Salary of £12 per hour
• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) plus a day off for your birthday
• Childcare discounts up to 50%
• Health & Wellbeing support, Employee Assistance Program, Peppy, and Mental Health support
• Retail and travel discounts via ‘Smart Hive’
• Enhanced family leave and well-being benefits

Responsibilities as SEN Specialist:

• Ensure each child's needs are met, supporting parents with SEND/ASL needs
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning in line with EYFS
• Encourage and praise children's development and achievements
• Have fun!

Requirements: Previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse.

About our Business:

A career at Busy Bees is exciting and evolving, offering opportunities to work and learn alongside industry-leading practitioners with comprehensive training and support.

Our Culture:

We are committed to an inclusive environment that values diversity across all backgrounds, genders, and abilities.