🌟 We're Hiring NurserySENDCo
🧒 About the Role
Hopscotch Day Nurseries in Eastleighis seeking a passionate and experienced SENDCo to champion inclusive practice and support children with additional needs across all age groups. This is a hands-on role combining direct child support, coaching, and strategic SEND leadership.
🎯 Key Responsibilities
* Coach practitioners to deliver high-quality inclusive practice
* Collaborate with families and external agencies to meet children’s needs
* Lead and submit referrals and EHCP applications
* Deliver targeted interventions (e.g., phonics, physical development, talk boost, school readiness)
* Conduct audits and advise on SEN provision improvements
* Support the creation and implementation of IPPs, PECS, Welcomm, and other tools
* Guide room leaders and key persons through the OAP cycle
* Ensure timely completion of EHCPs, SEN funding applications, and referrals
🎓 Qualifications & Training
Required:
* Level 3 in Early Years and Childcare
* Basic understanding of safeguarding
* Strong communication, teamwork, and time management skills
* Willingness to undertake Level 2/3 SENCO and behaviour management training
* Strong IT skills
Desirable:
* Specific SEN training
* Knowledge of EYFS and OFSTED Inspection Framework (2021)
* Experience within Hopscotch Day Nurseries
* EAL training and First Aid Certificate
💡 What We’re Looking For
You’re someone with a natural affinity for children, a proactive mindset, and the ability to juggle a busy workload. You’re reliable, empathetic, and eager to grow your expertise in SEND.
Hours: 40 hours week (32 hours room-based, 8 hours out-of-ratio)
Salary :£27,435.20 (52 weeks a year)
📩 How to Apply
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a nurturing and forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you.
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