We are looking for a passionate and motivated Early Years SENCO to join our nursery. This role is for a Level 3 qualified practitioner, with a SENCo qualification. You must have at least 1 years working experience in this role.
Hours and days of work are negotiable, we envisage between 20 and 40 hours per week, of which 50% will be supernumerary.
This is an important role to ensure the best possible educational outcomes are achieved for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1 To be aware of the settings responsibilities according to the SEND Code of Practice and ensure these are incorporated in the daily practice 1 Early identification and support of children with SEND
2 Following the graduated approach and implementing advice and strategies to improve children's outcomes
3 Ensure all practitioners in the setting understand their responsibilities to children with SEN and the setting's approach to identifying and meeting SEN
4 Advise and support colleagues
5 Ensure parents are closely involved throughout and that their insights inform action taken by the setting
6 Liaise with professionals or agencies beyond the setting, and ensure advice given by professionals is incorporated in to the setting planning
7 Complete all necessary paperwork in a timely and effective way
8 Organise and/or attend professional/parental meetings, including SEND Support plan meetings, transition meetings etc.
9 Continue continuous professional development through training and encourage staff to attend appropriate training
10 Ensure awareness of any changes to legislation regarding SEND
Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SENCO Early Years Support Lead to join our nurturing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SEN and early childhood education.
Responsibilities
* Support managers and early years professionals in the identification of support needs
* implement the graduated approach and support the continued roll out and use at each setting.
* support parents with emerging needs and implement support plans
Qualifications
* Proven experience in early childhood education and special education
* Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children and parents
* Demonstrated leadership and management abilities in a childcare setting
* Relevant nursery experience with a focus on SEND
* Proficiency in English to support diverse communication needs
Experience:
* SENCO: 1 years (required)
* day nursery: 3 years (required)
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21-£14.40 per hour
Benefits:
* Free parking
Work Location: In person