Early Years Practitioner (Special Educational Needs)
Location: Private Day Nursery, Pudsey, Leeds
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Are you a kind, patient, and compassionate individual with a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our dedicated team at a private day nursery in Pudsey, Leeds, to provide one-to-one support for children with a variety of needs, including Autism, Speech and Language difficulties, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
*Provide one-to-one support to children with special educational needs in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.
*Develop and implement individualized learning plans to meet the specific needs of each child.
*Support the child’s social, emotional, and developmental growth, ensuring they feel valued and understood.
*Work closely with other team members, parents, and external professionals to monitor progress and adapt strategies as needed.
*Assist in the delivery of a broad and balanced early years curriculum tailored to each child’s abilities and needs.
*Encourage positive behaviour and provide emotional support to help children build confidence and develop key skills.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
*Have experience working with children, particularly those with special educational needs.
*Demonstrate a calm, patient, and empathetic approach to working with children.
*Be passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with SEN.
*Possess a good understanding of the needs of children with Autism, Speech and Language difficulties, and SEMH.
*Hold relevant qualifications in early years education or special educational needs (or be willing to work towards them).
*Be a team player with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently when required.
Benefits:
*A supportive and friendly working environment.
*Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
*Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
*Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs.
If you are dedicated to helping children thrive and have the skills and compassion to provide meaningful support on a one-to-one basis, we would love to hear from you!
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for this role to .
We look forward to hearing 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.’