SEND Practitioner

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Company pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Good Ofsted-rated nursery

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced SEND Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 for a Good Ofsted-rated nursery in the UK. The role provides one-to-one support for children with SEND, working closely with the SENCO and families to tailor learning experiences and build confidence.

The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification, have SEND experience, and understand EYFS and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• A full Level 3 Early Years qualification (or higher) is essential.
• Experience supporting children with SEND is essential.
• Experience in a nursery or Early Years setting is essential.
• A SEND/SEN-specific qualification would be advantageous.
• Solid understanding of EYFS, safeguarding and child development.
• Ability to adapt activities to meet additional needs.
• Strong communication and observation skills to work with families.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one care and support for children with SEND.
• Work with the SENCO to implement individual support plans.
• Adapt play-based activities to meet developmental needs.
• Support children's communication, confidence, independence and social development.
• Create a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment.
• Observe and record progress, sharing updates with the SENCO.
• Collaborate with nursery colleagues and external professionals.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and nursery procedures.

Skills

Level 3 EY Qualification

SEND Experience

Nursery/EY Setting Experience

SEND Qualification Advantage

EYFS Knowledge

Safeguarding Knowledge

Communication with SENCO/Parents

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

SEND/SEN-specific qualification

Job description

SEND Nursery Practitioner – Level 3

Up to £29,000 per Annum | 40 Hours per Week | 1:1 SEND Support

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEND Nursery Practitioner to join a well-established, Good Ofsted-rated nursery, providing dedicated one-to-one support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Working closely with the nursery's SENCO, you'll help create personalised learning experiences that support children's individual needs, encourage independence and build confidence.

We're looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic Level 3 Practitioner with previous SEND experience who is passionate about inclusive Early Years education and helping every child reach their potential.

What We're Looking For

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above – essential
• Previous experience supporting children with SEND – essential
• Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting – essential
• A SEND/SEN-specific qualification would be advantageous
• Good understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development
• Experience providing individualised support and adapting activities to meet additional needs
• Understanding of different communication styles, developmental needs and inclusive practice
• Ability to work collaboratively with the SENCO, parents and other professionals
• A patient, compassionate and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and observation skills

What's On Offer

• On-site parking
• Company pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities
• Opportunity to work in a Good Ofsted-rated nursery

Supporting Children's Individual Needs

• Provide dedicated one-to-one care and support for children with SEND
• Work closely with the SENCO to implement individual support plans and learning strategies
• Adapt play-based activities to meet children's individual developmental and learning needs
• Support children's communication, confidence, independence and social development
• Create a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where every child feels valued
• Observe, monitor and record children's progress, sharing updates with the SENCO
• Support children with daily routines and individual care needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and their families
• Work collaboratively with nursery colleagues and external professionals to provide consistent support
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and nursery procedures

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL267069/AZ