Nursery SENDCO Lead — Transform Early Years (Term-Time)

Little Giggles Private Day Nursery; Lancashire, Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Giggles Private Day Nursery is seeking a dedicated Nursery SENDCO to lead inclusion and support children with SEND within our Early Years setting. The role requires Level 3 in childcare, strong leadership and excellent communication with families and professionals.

You will work with staff and external agencies to implement the Graduated Approach, manage SEND paperwork and funding applications, and adapt learning experiences in line with EYFS. Weekdays, term-time only, 36.25 hours.

Qualifications

• Must be Level 3 qualified within Childcare/Early Years.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with SEND and working with families and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Identify and support SEND; lead identification processes and Graduated Approach implementation.
• Complete and maintain SEND paperwork (Support Plans, EHCPs, reports) and liaise with Local Authority.
• Lead on SEND Inclusion Fund funding applications and allocation of resources.
• Provide reduced-ratio care and direct support for children with complex SEND; implement inclusive practice.
• Plan and adapt EYFS curriculum; advise on differentiation and next steps to support progress.
• Provide staff training and CPD on SEND; support staff in creating SEND Plans and interventions.
• Ensure SEND policy compliance and stay updated with SEND guidance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

SEND knowledge

Education

Level 3 in childcare

Job description

Little Giggles Private Day Nursery is seeking a dedicated Nursery SENDCO to lead inclusion and support children with SEND within our Early Years setting. The role requires Level 3 in childcare, strong leadership and excellent communication with families and professionals.

You will work with staff and external agencies to implement the Graduated Approach, manage SEND paperwork and funding applications, and adapt learning experiences in line with EYFS. Weekdays, term-time only, 36.25 hours.