SENDCO Lead — Shape Futures in Early Years

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Ltd.; Donisthorpe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast & lunch

KP Academy training

Enhanced family leave

Wellbeing & rewards

Long service awards

Birthday day off

Competitive salary and pension

Central support team

Job summary

Kids Planet Donisthorpe is seeking a SENDCO Lead to join our caring team. You will lead SEND provisions, design tailored support plans with families and external agencies, and help every child access learning.

A Level 3 UK early years qualification, senior-level experience, and a strong grasp of Ofsted/EYFS safeguarding are essential. We offer training, enhanced leave, and a supportive environment that values wellbeing and career development.

Qualifications

• Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification and experience of working at a senior level.
• Have a detailed understanding of the requirements set by Ofsted.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Lead in assisting children with SEND to engage fully in learning and reach their potential.
• Collaborate with families, staff, and external agencies to design and implement tailored support plans.
• Promote an inclusive, nurturing environment where all children feel valued and able to thrive.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration with families

Multi-agency working

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 UK early years qualification

Job description

Kids Planet Donisthorpe is seeking a SENDCO Lead to join our caring team. You will lead SEND provisions, design tailored support plans with families and external agencies, and help every child access learning.

A Level 3 UK early years qualification, senior-level experience, and a strong grasp of Ofsted/EYFS safeguarding are essential. We offer training, enhanced leave, and a supportive environment that values wellbeing and career development.