Nursery Practitioner SEN Specialist

Busy Bees Nurseries; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Sutton seeks a dedicated Nursery Practitioner SEN Specialist to join their team. This part-time role (30 hours per week) involves supporting children with special educational needs while promoting their development. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in the childcare sector. Competitive benefits include 28 days holiday, childcare discounts, and mental health support.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

25% Childcare Discounts

Health & Wellbeing Apps

NEST Pension with employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Qualified as a Nursery Practitioner with experience supporting SEND/ASL.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and child development.
• Ability to deliver observations, assessments, and planning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure individual children's needs are met including those with SEND.
• Take ownership of fully engaging with key children's assessments.
• Encourage children's development and achievements.

Skills

Experience with SEND/ASL

Child development knowledge

Observation and assessment skills

Education

Relevant childcare qualifications

Job description

Nursery Practitioner SEN Specialist, Sutton

Client: Busy Bees Nurseries

Location: Sutton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: adb6c81882f2

Job Views: 41

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

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 Cheam Nonsuch are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of GOOD. The warm and friendly team look forward to welcoming a new SEN Specialist Nursery Practitioner, assisting them in giving our children the best start in life. This is a part-time role, working 30 hours per week.

The nursery is purpose-built with direct access to gardens, and is located just a short walk from Cheam station. Our team is long-serving, with over 10 years of experience.

Benefits

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will receive a competitive package and entitlements including:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your Birthday off
• 25% Childcare Discount
• Health & Wellbeing Apps and Employee Assistance Programmes
• NEST Pension with a 3% employer contribution
• Enhanced family leave

Additional benefits include well-being support, Cycle to Work scheme, and discounts through our benefits platform.

Role Responsibilities

• Ensure each 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 standards.
• Encourage and celebrate children's development and achievements.
• Most importantly, have FUN!

About the Business

At Busy Bees, we offer exciting opportunities to work and learn with leading practitioners and educators, supported by sector-leading training. Our 40 years of success reflect our commitment to excellence.

Our Culture

We promote an inclusive culture, guided by our purpose and values, and welcome applications from all backgrounds, genders, and abilities.