1:1 SEND

Position: SEND 1:1 Support

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: £27,518.40

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? At Play Away Day Nurseries, we are looking for a dedicated SEND 1:1 Support to join our vibrant team! You will play a crucial role in supporting children’s development through engaging sensory play and activities, while ensuring their safety and well-being.

Located in the heart of Southampton, our nursery is Ofsted-rated Good (January 2023) and provides quality care for children aged 3 months to 5 years. With convenient access to public transport and parking, we are easily reachable!

At Family First, we truly value our team members and offer a fantastic benefits package, including:

• Annual Leave: Enjoy 24 days of holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday!
• Childcare Discount: Get 75% off nursery fees for your children.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline.
• Learning and Development: Tailored training opportunities to support your career growth.
• Pension: Join our company pension scheme.
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts through Perkaboo.
• Mentoring: Participate in our employee mentoring programme.
• Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from dedicated health and wellbeing support.
• Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme!

As a SEND 1:1 Support, your main responsibilities will include:

• Creating stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to each child's age and development stage.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery.
• Ensuring the smooth running of daily activities while prioritizing the safety and well-being of children, staff, and families.
• Building professional relationships and reporting any concerns to management in line with company policies.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• SEN Experience: Desirable but not essential.
• Fluency in English: Essential for effective communication.
• Experience in Early Years: Desirable.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

At Play Away Day Nurseries - City, part of the Family First Group, we believe in treating everyone with respect and equality. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their background.