We are recruiting for a passionate SEND practitioner who has experience with children with SEND and holds a level 3 qualification in childcare. Our nursery is a private family-run nursery offering a homely atmosphere along with friendly qualified staff. The nursery is equipped with stimulating equipment. We are open Monday-Friday, 51 weeks of the year from 7.30am-6pm. We are closed on bank holidays and a week at Christmas.
Responsibilities:
* The SEND practitioner will need to help give information to the SENCO for an EHCP, work with outside agencies, use strategies and visuals such as choice boards, special time, now and next, follow Individual targeted plans and many more strategies.
* Implement the EHCP and review it with the SENCO when needed.
* Work closely with a TOPS worker weekly, implementing the strategies and targets set.
* Assist with the room leader as directed in the day-to-day running of the room.
* Daily planning for the particular child you are working with, following NHS development checklists tracking the child's progress and using development matters observation checkpoints, ensuring all individual needs of the child are met including physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs.
* To provide a stimulating and varied programme of play and learning opportunities.
* To ensure the safety and well-being of the children at all times.
* To undertake a key worker role with the specific child, working closely with the parents.
* Provide a positive role model to all other staff.
* Maintain a high standard of professional conduct and a child-centred approach to care in accordance with nursery policies, procedures, current legislation, the statutory framework for the EYFS, Development Matters, SEND Code of Practice, registration requirements and any other guidelines issued by Hampshire County Council.
* To assist in the setting up and clearing away of all activities and equipment ensuring they are all safe and hygienic.
* To ensure high standards of hygiene and safety are maintained at all times.
* To ensure that any information received concerning the children is kept confidential at all times.
* To actively encourage the child you are working with to progress in all areas of development by interaction and extension of play activities.
* To be responsible for keeping the individual record file for the child, maintaining accurate records including registers, sleep charts, nappy charts, home books, etc.
* To be involved in curriculum planning, policy writing, and record keeping as requested by the Manager.
* To attend staff meetings and training as requested.
* To support the work and beliefs of the nursery by helping to create an environment that promotes open and equal opportunities for children and adults.
* To work as part of a team and support colleagues.
* Provide feedback to the nursery manager on issues relating to your room and the nursery day and professional input of the child's outside agencies.
* To encourage the participation and involvement of all parents of children attending the nursery and their child’s development.
* To be flexible with the working practices of the nursery.
* To ensure the manager is informed of the physical and emotional security of children, reporting any concerns immediately.
Desirable Qualifications:
* Childcare qualification
* Autism training
* PECS training
* Relevant SEND training
The hours are based around the child's nursery hours. This can be discussed at interview and we are flexible with this.
Relevant training will be provided.
Nursery Benefits:
* Competitive rates of pay.
* Discounted childcare rates for staff children.
* Sickness incentive, staff can earn up to 2 extra days holiday a year.
* Additional holiday day for Birthday.
* Annual pay review.
* End of year Christmas party complimentary of owners.
* Chance to gain time back from outstanding practice.
* Employee of the year award along with bonus.
* Staff treats once a month from owners delivered.
* 10 year service- 1 week extra holiday a year.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 30 per week
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Management: 1 year (preferred)
* Nursery: 1 year (required)
* Childcare: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: SEND Practitioner
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