Qualified Nursery Practitioner (1:1 SEND Support)

Childbase Partnership; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A nursery organization in Aylesbury is seeking a Qualified Nursery Practitioner to provide 1:1 SEND support. The ideal candidate will hold a DfE approved early years qualification and have experience working with children with additional needs. Responsibilities include creating engaging learning opportunities, observing children's progress, and working in partnership with families. The role offers a fixed-term contract with generous leave and career development opportunities.

Benefits

23 days paid leave per annum

Childcare discount of 75%

Wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• You hold a DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above, ideally with some experience supporting young children who live with SEND.
• You will use your knowledge of child development and the EYFS to implement high quality, engaging activities.
• You will ensure every child feels safe, valued, and happy and their well-being is promoted.

Responsibilities

• Implement high quality, engaging activities aligned with children’s needs.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress.
• Work collaboratively with the SENDCO and other colleagues.

Skills

Early years qualification at level 2 or above

Experience supporting children with SEND

Knowledge of child development

Ability to implement engaging activities

Strong communication skills

Education

DfE approved early years qualification

Job description

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.
Role: Qualified Nursery Practitioner (1:1 SEND Support).
Location: Grasshoppers Day Nursery | Aylesbury | HP21 9PD.
Contract: Fixed-term for 9 months | 20.5 hours/week | 52 weeks/year.
Working pattern: Monday & Tuesday - 9am-6pm | Friday - 7:30am-12pm.
Salary: £25,937.60-£31,158.40 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.47–£14.98 per hour.

Why join us?

• Generous annual leave: 23 days paid leave per annum (pro‑rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.
• Work‑life balance: Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your leave or sell the days you accrue, tax‑free.
• Childcare discount: 75% discount (or 40% grandparent discount) on your fees at any Childbase nursery, from day one.
• Exclusive partner benefits: Long‑service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts.
• Wellbeing support: Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will‑writing service.
• Career development: Team inset days, access to online training and apprenticeships through our academy.

About us

We are employee‑owned: Every colleague is a partner with a voice, who helps drive our success; when we do well, we each receive an annual tax‑free dividend.

We are number 1: Ranked top of the Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes.

We are community driven: Supporting causes close to our hearts, we’ve raised more than £3.5 million for charity.

We are environmentally responsible: Building a greener tomorrow our nurseries all hold Green Flag awards and are powered by 100% renewable energy.

About you

• You are a qualified early years professional: You hold a DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above, ideally with some experience supporting young children who live with SEND.
• You are skilled in creating opportunities for learning: You will use your knowledge of child development and the EYFS to implement high quality, engaging activities that are aligned with children’s individual needs and care plans and inspire them to reach their full potential; observing, assessing and recording their progress.
• You are an advocate for safeguarding: You will ensure every child feels safe, valued, and happy and their well‑being is promoted.
• You are collaborative: You enjoy working in partnership with others and will work with the SENDCO and other colleagues, effectively communicating and building strong and positive relationships; your ‘parents as partners’ approach fosters strong relationships between the nursery and our families.

We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applicants of all ages and backgrounds. We’re committed to FREDIE (fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required. If you meet the essential criteria for this role, your application will be automatically shortlisted for review by our Recruitment Team who will determine if an interview is the next step.

Applicants must currently reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; VISA sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, which include an Enhanced DBS check. If you’re not early years qualified, visit our Careers Page to explore other opportunities.