SEN Nursery Teacher

Early Years Teacher (SEN Specialism) – Nursery School, Bury

We are proud to be working in partnership with a nurturing and inclusive nursery school in Bury to recruit an experienced and passionate Early Years Teacher with an SEN specialism. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference during the most important stage of a child’s development.

You will work within a well-supported early years setting, teaching small groups of children with a range of additional needs and developmental differences, using play-based, child-led approaches.

The Role

• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning in line with the EYFS framework

• Support children with SEN including ASD, communication delays, sensory needs and developmental delay

• Create a warm, structured and nurturing learning environment that promotes curiosity, confidence and emotional security

• Lead early intervention strategies and contribute to individual support plans and EHCP targets

• Work closely with nursery practitioners, SENCOs and external professionals such as speech and language therapists

• Use a range of inclusive communication strategies (visuals, modelling, Makaton, sensory play)

• Track progress through observations, assessments and learning journals

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS)

• Strong experience within EYFS, ideally within SEN or specialist early years settings

• A nurturing, patient and flexible teaching approach

• Confident understanding of early intervention, inclusive practice and safeguarding

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Why Work Through Us?

• Access to specialist early years SEN roles not always advertised publicly

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant with SEN expertise

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions

• A smooth, transparent and supportive recruitment process

Vetting & Compliance

All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including enhanced DBS, references and right to work in the UK.
Please note: Applications from outside the UK cannot be considered.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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