Level 3 Nursery Nurse / Nursery SENDCo

Nursery Practitioner Responsibilities (EYFS Practice)

• Act as a key person, building secure attachments and promoting children’s emotional wellbeing
• Deliver high-quality care routines that support children’s personal development, independence, and self-regulation
• Plan, implement, and evaluate a broad and balanced EYFS curriculum, informed by children’s interests and developmental needs
• Provide rich learning opportunities through play, adult-led, and child-initiated experiences
• Support children’s communication and language, including early speech, listening, and attention skills
• Promote positive behaviour using consistent, developmentally appropriate strategies
• Observe, assess, and record children’s learning accurately, using assessments to inform next steps
• Ensure the learning environment is well-organised, stimulating, and supports all areas of learning
• Work in partnership with parents and carers, sharing information about children’s progress and wellbeing

SENDCo Responsibilities (Leadership & Inclusion)

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision in line with the EYFS and SEND Code of Practice
• Identify and assess children with additional needs at the earliest opportunity
• Develop, implement, and review individual support plans, ensuring reasonable adjustments are in place
• Support early intervention strategies and contribute to EHCP processes where appropriate
• Work closely with key persons, parents/carers, and external agencies to support positive outcomes
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to staff to strengthen inclusive practice
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of SEND support to ensure children make progress from their starting points
• Support smooth transitions within the nursery and into school settings

Behaviour, Attitudes & Personal Development

• Create a calm, nurturing, and inclusive environment where children feel safe and valued
• Support children’s personal, social and emotional development (PSED)
• Encourage independence, resilience, and confidence
• Promote British Values, Prevent Duty, equality, and respect for diversity through everyday practice

Safeguarding, Health & Safety

• Maintain a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Act promptly on any concerns, following nursery and statutory guidance
• Promote a culture of safeguarding and welfare across the setting
• Share responsibility for health, safety, hygiene, and risk assessments
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and infection control

Leadership, Professional Practice & Ofsted Readiness

• Model high-quality practice in line with Ofsted expectations
• Contribute to self-evaluation, reflective practice, and continuous improvement
• Maintain accurate documentation and records to support inspection
• Support colleagues through mentoring and professional dialogue

Qualifications & Training

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
• Paediatric First Aid Level 3 (essential – training can be provided)
• Secure knowledge of the EYFS Statutory Framework
• Manchester City SENDCo trained or willingness to undertake SENDCo training
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Personal Qualities

• Warm, patient, and nurturing
• Passionate about early years education and inclusion
• Confident, organised, and reflective
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Proactive and solution-focused

What We Offer

• Supportive and inclusive working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• SEND and SENDCo leadership opportunities
• Paediatric First Aid training if required
• A setting committed to high standards, safeguarding, and staff wellbeing

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temp to perm

Pay: £12.21-£13.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Flexitime
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 3 or more in Childcare (required)

Work Location: In person