SEN Early Years Practitioner

Veritas Education; Bradford; Presencial; GBP 21 000 - 27 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Veritas Education in the United Kingdom is seeking a SEN Early Years Practitioner to work with children aged 0-5, supporting learning, development and well-being in an EYFS setting.

You will collaborate with Early Years teams to deliver inclusive, play-based activities, adapting approaches to meet each child’s needs, including 1:1 support for those with SEN, and promoting independence, confidence and communication skills.

Qualificações

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare/EY is essential.
• Experience working in an Early Years setting.
• Experience supporting children with SEN.
• Strong understanding of child development 0-5.
• Good knowledge of EYFS.
• Experience planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to outdoor learning and practical activities.
• DBS check is mandatory.

Responsabilidades

• Provide high-quality care, support and learning opportunities for children aged 0-5.
• Support children with SEN and additional needs, including 1:1 support where required.
• Develop positive relationships with children and families.
• Plan and deliver engaging play-based learning activities in line with EYFS.
• Adapt activities and communication approaches to meet individual needs.
• Support children's communication, social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Observe, assess and contribute to children's individual learning and development.

Conhecimentos

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Enthusiasm

Energy

Formação académica

NVQ Level 2/3 in Childcare/EY

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Title: SEN Early Years Practitioner

The Role: As an SEN Early Years Practitioner, you will work with children aged 0-5 years, supporting their learning, development and well-being within a nurturing Early Years environment. You may work across the settings or provide 1:1 support to children with Special Educational Needs, helping them access activities, develop communication and social skills, build confidence and become increasingly independent.

You will work closely with the wider Early Years teams to create exciting, engaging and inclusive learning opportunities that allow every child to explore, play, develop and progress. The ideal candidate will be creative, enthusiastic and happy to get involved whether that's leading activities indoors, getting stuck into messy play or exploring the outdoors with the children.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care, support and learning opportunities for children aged 0-5.
• Support children with a range of SEN and additional needs, including providing 1:1 support where required.
• Develop positive, trusting relationships with children and their families.
• Plan and deliver engaging play-based learning activities in line with the EYFS.
• Adapt activities and communication approaches to meet individual children's needs.
• Support children's communication, social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Observe, assess and contribute to children's individual learning and development.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or above) in Childcare/Early Years - essential.
• Previous experience working within an Early Years setting.
• Experience supporting children with SEN or additional needs.
• A strong understanding of child development from 0-5 years.
• Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Experience planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning opportunities.
• A sensitive and child-centred approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Creativity, enthusiasm and plenty of energy!
• A willingness to get involved with outdoor learning and practical activities.
• The ability to adapt your approach to meet individual children's needs.
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory. (We can help advise on this)

Why Choose Veritas Education

• Over 80 different CPD online training courses available to all our supply, long term and permanent staff members.
• A range of different work avenues across SEN, Primary, Secondary and Early Years.
• Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Application Requirements For Veritas Education

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Disclaimer

Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.