SEN Nursery Practitioner Afternoons only

Nursery Practitioner - Supporting Children with Additional NeedsLocated in Burnley

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nursery Practitioner to join our team at a nursery in Burnley, providing support to children with additional needs in a nurturing nursery school environment. This is a part-time position, working five afternoons a week.

Hours:11:40 AM - 3:45 PM, Monday to Friday, starting after the February half-term.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group support to children with additional needs, ensuring they are fully included in nursery activities.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Work closely with the Nursery team, sharing insights and contributing to each child's progress.
• Help implement tailored strategies and activities to support children's development and wellbeing.
• Support children in developing social, emotional, and communication skills.
• Observe, record, and share children's progress with senior staff.

Requirements:

• Experience working with young children, particularly those with additional needs.
• A compassionate and patient approach to supporting children.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Relevant qualifications in childcare or SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) would be advantageous but not essential.
• A commitment to supporting each child's individual needs and development.

If you're passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with additional needs and have the relevant experience, we'd love to hear from you!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'