1:1 SEND Practitioner

Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience Location: MK41 0JY Job Type: Child Care Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week, term time only Essential qualifications: Minimum Level 2 in childcare or equivalent What We’re Looking For We are looking for a friendly, fun‑loving character who will fit in with our close team. We pride ourselves on providing a home‑from‑home setting for the children and achieve this by working closely as a team and with all our families. We are looking for a driven and ambitious candidate to work as part of our team, taking on the role of 1:1 support for a child with SEND, inputting in planning activities, monitoring progress and planning for their next steps. They will be expected to promote, encourage and cascade good practice throughout the setting and to be a role model and mentor less experienced team members. Key Responsibilities Having fun, joining in and getting messy with the children! Supporting the safety and well-being needs of individual children on a 1:1 basis Supporting the setting to provide the best curriculum we can, in line with the EYFS. Planning, observations, assessments and recording of children’s development. Ensure parents/carers are kept fully informed and included in everything we do. Establish warm, caring relationships with the children and their families. Supporting children to foster enthusiasm and a love for learning. Actively support the development of children’s language and communication skills by reading, singing and non‑stop talking! Be dedicated to improve both yourself and the setting. Benefits Career progression and training opportunities Private Health Care (on completion of Probationary Period) Free access to Health Assured counselling support Supportive, family‑feel working environment This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An enhanced disclosure will be sought through the Disclosures and Barring Service. Little Steps Day Care Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, parents, volunteers, visitors and contractors to share this commitment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Little Steps Day Care Ltd