SEND Practitioner

Grandir UK Limited; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Flexible working options

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Soundwell is seeking a caring and enthusiastic SEND Practitioner to join our team. You will support children with SEND, help identify needs and indicators, and contribute to an inclusive EYFS environment. The role collaborates with the SENCo and nursery team to tailor support for every child.

We offer strong benefits, flexible working, career progression and a salary of £26,437–£30,400 depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children with SEND is beneficial.
• An appropriate Early Years qualification is required.
• Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is important.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEND within the nursery.
• Identify children's SEND indicators and needs.
• Support children's learning and development in line with the EYFS.
• Collaborate with the SENCo and wider nursery team.
• Build positive relationships with children and their families.
• Support individual learning and development plans.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment.
• Work with parents and other professionals to ensure appropriate support.
• Encourage children's confidence, independence and development.

Skills

SEND experience

EYFS knowledge

Child development

Education

Early Years qualification

Job description

Pembroke Rd, Soundwell, Bristol BS15 1XG, UK

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 05:00

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Soundwell

Part of Grandir UK

Salary £26,437–£30,400 (depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews)

Join a supportive, child-focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our Kiddi Caru in Soundwell is looking for a caring and enthusiastic SEND Practitioner to join our team.

You will provide support within the room, while helping to identify any SEND indicators at an early stage, ensuring that every child receives the appropriate support and encouragement to thrive.

You will work closely with the nursery team and SENCo to support children's individual needs, helping to create an inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can learn, develop and reach their full potential.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting children with SEND within the nursery
• Helping to identify children's individual needs and SEND indicators
• Supporting children's learning and development in line with the EYFS
• Working closely with the SENCo and wider nursery team
• Building positive relationships with children and their families
• Supporting individual learning and development plans
• Creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment
• Working with parents and other professionals to ensure children receive the right support
• Encouraging children's confidence, independence and development

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about supporting children and making a positive difference to their early years experience. You will be caring, patient and enthusiastic, with an understanding of children’s development and inclusive practice.

Experience of working with children with SEND would be beneficial, along with an appropriate Early Years qualification.

Core Benefits

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period
• Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Flexible working options available
• £500 refer a friend bonus
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks
• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks
• Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid
• Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you
• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M and S and major supermarkets
• Dayforce wallet- gives you the ability to access a portion of your earned pay before normal pay day
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies
• Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams
• Tailored in house training and genuine progression opportunities
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and will be carried out by out approved third party provider.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.

Pembroke Rd, Soundwell, Bristol BS15 1XG, UK