Nursery Practitioner (SENCO)

Job Role Overview

The SENCO at The White House Nursery provides expert guidance and leadership in supporting the development and implementation of inclusive practices across the nursery. The SENCO ensures early identification of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), coordinating targeted support and working collaboratively with staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure every child has access to a high-quality, supportive early years’ experience.The SENCO plays a central role in ensuring our setting meets statutory requirements under the SEND Code of Practice and Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework, helping all children to thrive, learn, and achieve their potential. This role will be split between office and room based.Key Responsibilities

Lead inclusive practice across the nursery by embedding a positive, proactive approach to SEND in line with current legislation, policy, and best practice.Identify and assess children who may require additional support by observing children’s development and progress, working with colleagues to monitor and flag any concerns promptly.Support key persons and room leaders in developing Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and providing targeted strategies to support children with SEND.Liaise effectively with parents/carers, keeping them informed and involved in their child’s learning journey and any additional support needed.Coordinate referrals and communications with external professionals and services, including health visitors, speech and language therapists, and local authority SEND teams.Maintain up-to-date records of all children receiving additional support, ensuring documentation is accurate, timely, and confidential.Contribute to staff training and development, sharing knowledge and strategies that support inclusive practices and helping build staff confidence in supporting children with diverse needs.Stay informed about local and national developments in SEND and apply this knowledge to improve practice.Attend and contribute to meetings, reviews, and assessments for children with SEND, including Team Around the Child (TAC) and Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes where appropriate.Work with senior leadership to review policies, procedures, and provision to ensure accessibility and inclusivity across the setting.Champion a whole-setting ethos that values diversity, promotes equality, and celebrates every child’s strengths and individuality.Qualifications

Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years or Child Development (essential)Level 3 SENCO qualification (essential)Commitment to professional development and a passion for inclusive educationAdditional qualification or training in SEND or inclusion (desirable)Minimum of 1 year of post-qualification experience in an Early Years setting, including experience supporting children with SENDIn-depth knowledge of the EYFS and SEND Code of PracticeStrong communication and interpersonal skillsOrganised, reflective, and able to work independently as well as part of a teamWhy Choose The White House Nursery

Join our family-run business at The White House Nursery and enjoy a world of benefits, including:Competitive hourly rate of £14 per hour30 days holiday allowance + your birthday off workExtra holiday allowance for long service50% off childcareEnhanced maternity/paternity payHealth and Wellbeing Programme including access to 24 hour counselling support, including financial and debt adviceFree training opportunitiesAs an employer, we prioritise your well-being at work, which is why we have:Dedicated staff rooms with complimentary refreshmentsDedicated staff well-being budgets managed by your well-being committeesWe give time back for out of hours training and staff meetingsStaff social events paid for by the companyCommitted cleaning and maintenance teams to ensure a well-maintained and tidy workplaceOffice based managers and deputies who are always on hand to support in roomsDedicated staff parking spacesFree good quality uniformJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: £14.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits

Additional leaveChildcareCompany eventsEmployee discountEnhanced maternity leaveEnhanced paternity leaveFree parkingHealth and wellbeing programmeOn-site parkingApplication question(s):Are you a genuine job seeker seeking employmentLanguage:English (required)Work authorisation:United Kingdom (required)Work Location: On the ..... full job details .....