SENCo Practitioner

Finkley Nurseries; Sandhurst; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day week

34 days holiday + birthday off

Bonus scheme

In-house qualifications— raise rate

Volunteer day

50% childcare discount

Free uniform & DBS

Referral bonuses

Wellbeing support

100+ training courses

Job summary

Trilakes Nursery and Preschool in Sandhurst is seeking a brilliant SENCO to lead inclusive practice across the nursery. You’ll coach staff, support children with additional needs, and build strong relationships with families.

The role emphasises hands-on work with children, collaboration with health visitors and local authorities, and maintaining compliant documentation. A Level 3 EY qualification is required, with SENCO training being a plus.

Qualifications

• Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification.
• SENCO qualification (desired or willing to undertake training).
• Strong understanding of EYFS, SEND & Local Authority.

Responsibilities

• Leading SEND provision across the nursery
• Coaching practitioners on inclusive practice
• Building strong relationships with families
• Working with external professionals (health visitors, LA, specialists)
• Managing support plans, observations, and next steps
• Keeping documentation accurate and compliant

Skills

EYFS knowledge

SEND understanding

Family communication

Team coaching

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

SENCO qualification (desired)

Job description

SENCO (Early Years)

Trilakes Nursery and Preschool 38 or 40 hours over 4 days Up to £14.60 per hour

ABOUT US

We don’t mean to brag... but we’re kind of a big deal!

Trilakes Nursery is part of the Attraction Nurseries family — a fast-growing childcare group delivering high-quality early years education across the UK.

At our Sandhurst setting, we create nurturing, inspiring environments where children can explore, learn, and grow every single day.

In short, we help children have the best possible start in life — and that means making sure every child is supported, included, and able to thrive

Right now, we’re expanding, growing and investing in our people and strengthening our SEND provision.

Our ethos says it all:

Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff.

THE ROLE

We’re looking for a brilliant SENCO to lead and champion inclusive practice across the nursery.

This isn’t your average SENCO role.

You’ll be:

• Hands-on with children
• Supporting and coaching your team
• Making a real, visible difference every single day

YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Leading SEND provision across the nursery
• Supporting children with additional needs to thrive
• Coaching practitioners on inclusive practice
• Building strong relationships with families
• Working with external professionals (health visitors, LA, specialists)
• Managing support plans, observations, and next steps
• Keeping documentation accurate and compliant

WHY THIS ROLE IS AWESOME

Is this the BEST SENCO role out there?

We think it might be…

Real impact — you’ll change children’s lives

Leadership + practice — dedicated area SENCo offering support and guidance

Supportive team — you’re never on your own

Clear structure — strong systems in place, including dedicated paperwork time.

Growing company — real influence and opportunity

REASONS WHY WE'RE AN AMAZING PLACE TO WORK

• Flexible working — 4-day week
• Up to 34 days holiday + your birthday off
• Bonus scheme — earn up to +30p per hour
• In house qualifications— increase your hourly rate through WOW moments, planning & checklists
• Volunteer day — support a charity of your choice
• 50% childcare discount
• Free uniform & DBS
• Referral bonuses up to £750
• Access to company perks across Attraction Nurseries settings
• Wellbeing support (Health Assured + attendance rewards)
• 100+ training courses + SEND development

PLUS: you’ll be making a real difference to children who need it most, and that’s incredibly rewarding

THE PERFECT CANDIDATE

Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification

SENCO qualification (desired or willing to undertake training)

Strong understanding of EYFS & SEND & Local Authority

Good organisational skills and time management

You are:

• Patient, proactive, and solution-focused
• Passionate about inclusion
• Confident working with families and professionals
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities
• A team player with a positive attitude

And you read this thinking: “This is exactly what I’ve been looking for!”

WHAT YOUR DAY MIGHT LOOK LIKE

7:50am – Arrive, coffee, team catch-up

8:30am – Support children and check in on key needs

9:30am – Observe, assess, guide staff

10:30am – Parent meeting

11:30am – Update plans and records

12:00pm – LUNCH

12:30pm – Liaise with professionals / referrals

1:30pm – Support practice in rooms

3:00pm – Review progress and next steps and IEP’s

4:30pm – Team check-in

6:00pm – Head home!

No two days are the same — and that’s what makes it great!

THE DETAILS

Trilakes Nursery - Sandhurst

38 or 40 hours across 4 days

Up to £14.60 per hour

We’re looking for someone ready to step up, take ownership, and make a real impact.

SALARY & PROGRESSION

We don’t just talk about progression — we build it

Pay increases linked to performance & impact

Funded training and leadership development

Opportunities to influence SEND across multiple settings

YOUR NEXT STEPS

We move quickly and keep things simple.

The process includes interviews and role-based discussions — nothing scary!