SEN Nursery Practitioner

The Old Station Nursery Group; Devizes; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for first month

52% discount based on working hours

31 days holiday incl. bank holidays +’

Birthday off

Access to The National College

Volunteer day allocation

Perkbox discounts and Blue Light Card

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Forest School Devizes in Devizes is seeking a dedicated SEN Nursery Practitioner to support children with additional needs within our forest school setting. The role involves 1-1 and 1-2 support, creating safe, caring environments and delivering play-based activities following EYFS guidelines.

You will work with a committed team to plan experiences, observe progress, and communicate with families.

Qualifications

• SEN support experience or equivalent preferred.
• Understanding of EYFS principles and practice.
• Strong communication and collaboration with families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe and valued.
• Plan and support engaging, play-based activities aligned with EYFS and children's interests.
• Observe development, record progress, and support next steps.
• Build relationships with families and provide updates on children's learning.
• Support routines and maintain safeguarding, hygiene, and wellbeing.

Skills

SEN support experience

EYFS understanding

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Join Our Team as a SEN Nursery Practitioner

Help little humans discover their world -and keep growing in yours.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you'll help create the everyday moments that build children's confidence, curiosity, and sense of belonging.This role is based in our Preschool room and will be supporting on a 1-1 and 1-2 basis as required.

At The Old Station Nursery, we believe everyone is still growing - little humans and big humans alike. As a SENNursery Practitioner at Devizes, you'll bring your skills, ideas, and care to a community where every child is known and every colleague has something meaningful to contribute.

We'll support you to develop your practice, share what you know, and feel proud of the difference you make.

Why Join Our Team?

We take care of the people who care for our children and families. Here’s what that means for you:

• Childcare support: Free childcare for your first month, followed by a 52% discount based on your working hours.

• Time to recharge: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus your birthday off and an extra day after 3 years of service.

• Space to grow: Access to The National College, with a library of courses and training to develop your practice and leadership.

• Connection to your community: One paid day each year to volunteer and support a cause that matters to you.

• Everyday support: With access to Perkbox, enjoy discounts on shopping, meals out, and everyday essentials, alongside wellbeing tools and online medical services. You'll also be eligible for a Blue Light Card, helping your money go further with even more discounts.

• Recognition along the way: We celebrate the care and commitment you bring, with Employee of the Month recognition, long-service awards to mark your milestones, and referral bonuses for introducing friends or family to our team.

Pay: £13.21per hour based on experience.

Hours:8am to 3pm over 4 days per week,Monday to Friday

Location

The Old Station Nursery Forest School Devizes, Old Farrowing House
Roundway Hill Business Centre
Devizes
Wiltshire
SN10 2LT

Where You'll Be Working

The Old Station Nursery Forest School Devizes at Roundway Hill Farm provides a stimulating learning environment for the children of the Devizes community. Bi-fold doors allow for free-flowing indoor and outdoor play and easy visibility of the wildlife in the acres of land around us, including rabbits and deer. The nursery also has a dedicated area for its own pygmy goats, where the children can excitedly feed and care for them. The team is proud of our Ofsted-rated 'Good' Devizes nursery, which specialises in outdoor learning and adopts a 'Forest School' learning approach. Situated in the Hamlet of Roundway, we are a short drive from Devizes and easily accessible from the A361. We are located next to the Roundway Hill Business Centre, off Hopton Road. We have plenty of parking on site for the team.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll support children through play, care, and connection, getting to know their interests, noticing their progress, and helping them feel confident to try something new.

One moment you might be following a trail of curious questions in the garden. The next, you could be sharing a story, helping with lunchtime, or celebrating a child putting on their coat independently.

Your role will include:

• Creating a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued, and free to be themselves

• Planning and supporting engaging, play-based experiences aligned with the EYFS and shaped around children’s interests and needs

• Observing children's development, recording meaningful progress, and using what you learn to support their next steps

• Building trusting relationships with families, sharing updates and listening to what matters to them

• Supporting everyday routines, including meals, personal care, and rest, with patience and attention to each child

• Keeping safeguarding, safety, hygiene, and children's wellbeing at the heart of your work

• Working closely with colleagues, sharing ideas, and offering guidance to apprentices and volunteers while learning from others

Our values are simple: Own it. Be human. Make it happen. As a practitioner, that means following through with care, listening to children and colleagues, and turning good ideas into experiences that help children grow.

What We’re Looking For

To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification.Previous experience supporting children with additional needs is preferable. You should also be confident in completing all relevant SENCO documentation and maintaining accurate records to support children's individual needs.

You'll also bring:

• An understanding of the EYFS and how children learn through play and everyday experiences

• A caring, attentive approach that recognises each child's individuality

• Creativity and curiosity, with a willingness to follow children's interests

• Confidence building positive relationships with families and colleagues

• A commitment to safeguarding and maintaining high standards of care

• A collaborative approach, with openness to feedback and enthusiasm for your own learning

We're looking for someone who notices the little things, celebrates progress, and understands how much a caring, consistent adult can mean to a child.

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, verification of your right to work in the UK, and any essential qualifications. If successful, our Onboarding Team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to support fairness and accessibility for all candidates. This role involves regulated activity with children.

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