SEND Co

The Royal Berkshire; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

The Royal Berkshire is seeking a Nursery SENCO to lead early identification of needs, coordinate support, and build strong partnerships with parents and professionals.

You will work within the EYFS framework, ensuring equal opportunities and inclusive practice while advising staff and liaising with external specialists as required.

Qualifications

• Must have experience coordinating SEN support within early years.
• Familiarity with SEND Code of Practice and EYFS framework.

Responsibilities

• Identify children's SEN and coordinate available support.
• Advise staff on inclusive practices and strategies.
• Involve parents and liaise with external professionals as required.

Skills

SEN coordination

EYFS knowledge

Staff advisory

Parent liaison

Job description

A nursery SENCO ensures early identification, coordinated support, strong partnerships with parents, and effective collaboration with professionals, forming the backbone of inclusive early years practice.

Using the Special educational needs and disability code of practice the SENCO will ensure all children have the same opprtunities.

The nursery SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) is responsible for identifying children’s SEN, coordinating support, advising staff, involving parents, and liaising with external professionals, as required by the SEND Code of Practice and EYFS framework.

Diversity makes us interesting… Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

Benefits

• We support flexible working wherever possible, with requests considered on an individual basis taking into account service requirements, operational needs and the requirements of the role.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.