Early Years SENDco

2 days ago

Wetherby LS QS, United Kingdom Brook Babes Full time

Early Years SENDCo Job Description

Location: Bramham, Leeds

Hours: Full-time or Part-time (Flexible hours between 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday)

Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

About Brook Babes

At Brook Babes, Everybody Counts. We are passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children's individual needs are met and they are empowered to reach their full potential. Our values, Respect, Integrity, Kindness, Always Learning, and Working Together, are embedded in everything we do. We believe in enriched, nurturing childhood experiences that build resilience and resourcefulness for life.

We are proud to be on a journey with the Curiosity Approach and committed to inclusive practice, ensuring every child has a voice and the opportunity to thrive.

Role Overview

As the Early Years SENDCo, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality inclusive education and care for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will lead the identification, planning, and implementation of support strategies, working closely with children, families, colleagues, and external professionals.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supporting Inclusive Practice

  • Coordinate the setting's approach to identifying and meeting SEND.
  • Implement the graduated approach: Assess, Plan, Do, Review.
  • Ensure all practitioners understand their responsibilities to children with SEND.
  • Maintain accurate records to support participative decision-making.

2. Advising and Supporting Colleagues

  • Provide guidance and training to staff on SEND practices.
  • Support practitioners in assessing their competencies and identifying professional development needs.
  • Promote a culture of reflective practice and continuous learning.

3. Working in Partnership with Families

  • Ensure parents are actively involved in all stages of SEND support.
  • Facilitate collaborative planning of outcomes, interventions, and reviews.
  • Provide families with information and access to support services.

4. Liaising with External Agencies

  • Build effective relationships with local authorities, health professionals, and support services.
  • Understand and utilise the Local Offer and available funding streams.
  • Coordinate multi-agency support for individual children.

5. Developing Own Practice

  • Stay up-to-date with SEND legislation, guidance, and best practice.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development.
  • Reflect on practice and seek opportunities for growth.

Candidate Requirements

  • Level 3 qualification in childcare (minimum).
  • Experience or training in SEND (EYTS/EYP status desirable).
  • Strong understanding of the EYFS and SEND Code of Practice.
  • Passionate about inclusive education and child-centred practice.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Join Brook Babes?

  • A values-led organisation where your voice matters.
  • Supportive team culture with opportunities for growth.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • A chance to make a real difference in children's lives.

Interview Availability

We offer flexible interview slots during evenings and weekends to accommodate your schedule. Please let us know your availability when applying.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £24,700.00-£28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Childcare
  • Company events
  • Flexitime
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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