Job Description

Senco Leader

Due to the new funding and how busy the nursery is, we are now in demand for more staff.

Do you have the confidence, passion, experience and excitement for this position?

We have an exciting opportunity for an early years Senco leader to work with our children with SEN, our families and staff. You

must have a level 3 qualification in early years and a grade c or above in English,

with experience and be willing to undertake additional training to meets the needs of the job. You will work 35 hours per week Monday to Friday between 7.45 am and 6pm, 50 weeks per year. Closed Bank Holidays and between Christmas and New Year.

A Senco leader needs to be confident, a good communicator and be organised. You will be responsible for observing the children, following routines, planning activities to support the children, working with other seniors and staff. We are looking for someone with drive and passion to enhance and develop the nursery, supporting those children and families You will have key children, ensuring their needs are met and planning for their next steps and planning Individual targets. Good parent partnership is essential, so must have confidence to communicate. We are a friendly team and are welcoming to new ideas and opportunities. You will attend review meetings and write reports for agencies. There will be lots of training opportunities such as Makaton, Wellcom, autism awareness and many more.

We like to follow the Hygge and curiosity approach to learning and giving the children lots of independence and opportunities to learn.

You must be flexible to cover staff absences and you will be a key holder to open and close the nursery on your shifts. You will undertake Safeguarding training, First Aid and lots of other training is available. The successful candidate will need 2 good references, DBS update (we can do) and to complete an application form.

NO TIME WASTERS PLEASE - MUST HAVE A LEVEL 3 IN EARLY YEARS

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Application question(s):

Please explain why you are the ideal candidate for Senco leader and what qualities you can bring to the team.
Experience:

SEN: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 06/06/2025
Reference ID: SENIOR