Nursery Practitioner & EYFS SENCO

Are you an exceptional Early Years Practitioner who believes every child deserves the very best start in life?

Do you have the professionalism, ambition and high standards to thrive within a successful independent school environment? Are you passionate about inclusion and ready to take on a leadership role as our EYFS SENCO?

If so, Westonbirt Nursery would love to hear from you.

*Hours, Salary & Benefits:*

Hours: Full-Time, Year-Round, 40 hours per week. Either 4 days (8:00am-6:00pm) or 5 days (8:00am-4:00pm)

Salary: £29,016.00 pa / £13.95 ph FTE based on skills and experience

Benefits:

We know that great practitioners have choices. That’s why we offer more than just a job.

At Westonbirt, you’ll enjoy the close-knit feel of a nursery team while benefiting from the expertise, resources and opportunities available within a successful independent school.

You’ll benefit from:

* A beautiful rural setting in the heart of the Cotswolds
* Recently refurbished nursery spaces and excellent resources
* Dedicated outdoor learning environments
* Strong links with Westonbirt Prep School and specialist colleagues
* Professional support and mentoring from the Prep School SENCO
* Opportunities for ongoing training and career development, with fully funded apprenticeship opportunities
* Complimentary lunch
* 5% employer pension contribution
* Means-tested staff discount
* Access to an employee counselling scheme
* On-site parking
* Personal accident at work cover
* Discretionary Christmas stand-down
* The support of a wider school infrastructure, including catering, housekeeping, admissions, finance and administration teams, allowing you to focus on what matters most: the children
* Most importantly, you’ll join a team that genuinely cares about children, families and one another.

*Job Description:*

We are seeking a qualified Level 2, Level 3 or QTS-qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our team and take on the additional responsibility of EYFS SENCO.

This is a hands-on role where you will continue to work directly with children as a key person whilst leading our SEND provision and championing inclusive practice across the nursery.

Reporting directly to the Prep School SENCO, you will play a vital role in ensuring every child receives the support, challenge and opportunities they need to flourish.

This position would suit someone who:

* Has excellent Early Years knowledge and practice
* Understands child development and inclusive education
* Has experience supporting children with additional needs
* Enjoys building positive relationships with families and professionals
* Is highly organised and confident managing documentation and referrals
* Wants to contribute to a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement

To see the full job description and apply, please visit eteach - https://www.eteach.com/careers/westonbirtschool/job/nursery-practitioner--and--eyfs-senco-1566165 https://www.eteach.com/careers/westonbirtschool/job/nursery-practitioner--and--eyfs-senco-1562500

Pay: Up to £29,016.00 per year

Benefits:
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking

Work Location: In person