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Would you like to work somewhere dedicated to inclusive Early Years education with care? Somewhere committed to your professional development? A place of learning and development for all with great opportunities?
If your answer is yes then we are the right place for you. Guildford Nursery School is looking for a SENCo from 1st September 2026.
Our large Maintained Nursery School is based on two sites, both with wonderful outdoor learning and play spaces. You will work across both sites.
The post is full-time and permanent. We will consider applicants wishing to work part-time.
Visits and/or phone calls to the nursery school are strongly advised for all serious candidates. To make an appointment please call the deputy headteacher, Tess Dean.
We are looking for someone who:
•Is a qualified teacher with QTS.
•Is positive, flexible, responsible and with a passion for inclusive Early Years Education
•Is interested in Froebelian principles and pedagogy
•Is a team player with excellent interpersonal skills
•Is able to work in partnership with parents and carers to provide high quality inclusive education with care in our nursery school
•Is able to provide a rich, inclusive, safe yet challenging environment and curriculum to meet each of our children’s unique interests and needs.
We can offer:
•The opportunity to undertake research
•A positive, friendly and supportive team of staff and governors
•Great resources and facilities including a large, beautiful garden
•Excellent professional development opportunities in our ever-improving, growing nursery
•The chance to work with amazing children.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references.
Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
To apply return a completed application form to the recruitment inbox.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted as applications.
Our recruitment process includes:
•Psychometric assessments and a meeting with our Occupational Psychologist
•Observation in nursery
•Written task
•Panel interview
Salary: Teacher’s pay dependent on relevant experience and qualifications plus a SEN allowance.
Closing Date: midday, Wednesday, 6 May 2026
Shortlisting: 7 May 2026
Assessments: 11-13 May 2026
Panel interview: Thursday 21 May 2026
Safeguarding Statement
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references.