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Nursery Third in Charge and SENDCO lead, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset
Family Adventures Group —Weston-super-Mare
- £15.05 an hour
- Supervising experience
- Experience working with children
- Continuous improvement
- Annual leave
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10d
Nursery Room Leader
Crossway Nursery Group LTD —Caldicot
- £29,000 - £30,400 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Mentoring
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
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Deputy Nursery Manager
Buttercups Day Nursery —Cardiff
- £33,341.25 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Free parking
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13h
Deputy Nursery Manager
NIGHTINGALES PRE SCHOOL —Penarth
- From £25,420 a year
- Day shift
- English
- Experience working with children
- Preschool
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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10d
Senior Nursery Manager
Storal —Bristol
- Up to £45,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Experience working with children
- Team management
- Training & development
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
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Nursery Manager
Little Acorns Day Nursery Bristol Limited —Bristol
- £38,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Budgeting
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Early Years Nursery Deputy Manager
The Wendy House Nursery —Bridgwater
- Up to £43,450 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Team management
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Nursery Manager, Green Giraffe, Roath, Cardiff
Family Adventures Group —Cardiff
- From £39,686 a year
- Business development
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Magic Maker - Nursery Manager
YMCA Dulverton Group —Bristol
- £39,657.35 a year
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- Experience working with children
- Annual leave
Qualified Room Leader
Stonecroft Day Nursery —Bristol
- £13.00 - £14.10 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Preschool
- Team management
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Nursery Manager
Grandir UK —Bristol
- £31,096 - £44,720 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Experience working with children
- Recruiting
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Nursery Manager
Sparkle Tots Day Nursery —Newport
- £30,000 - £34,000 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Childcare Provider - Section Leader
Little Inspirations Day Nursery —Newport
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Experience working with children
- Preschool
- Employee discount
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9d
Nursery Manager
Little Lambs Nursery (Somerset) —Farrington Gurney
- From £31,000 a year
- Temporary
- Childcare
- In-person
- Leadership
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1d
Little Adventures Nursery - Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship
Impact Futures Candidate Team —Weston-super-Mare
- £13 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
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Baby Room Leader
Wibli Wobli Nursery Ltd —Newport
- From £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Mentoring
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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5d
Team Leader Nursery
Plantos Children's Nursery —Cardiff
- £28,000 - £28,500 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Continuous improvement
- In-person
- Free parking
- Bereavement leave
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Nursery Manager - Kids Planet Torwood House
Kids Planet Day Nurseries —Bristol
- Full-time
- Management
- Experience working with children
- Mentoring
- Life insurance
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7d
Toddler Room Leader
Willow Tree Nursery —Caldicot
- £13.00 - £13.50 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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12d
Baby Room leader
Willow Tree Nursery —Caldicot
- £13.00 - £13.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- English
- In-person
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Nursery Third in Charge and SENDCO lead, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset

Family Adventures Group -
Weston-super-Mare

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Job details

Permanent
£15.05 an hour
10 days ago

Benefits

Annual leave

Qualifications

SEN support in early years settings
Early Years pupil support
Coaching
Mentoring junior staff
Special education
Special needs childcare support
Education health and care plan reviews
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
Supervising experience
Quality assurance
Experience working with children
Collaboration with schools and educational staff
Continuous improvement
Team management
Mentoring
Inclusive teaching practices
Organisational skills
Safeguarding procedures
Professional development mentoring
Early years foundation stage teaching
Training & development
Paediatric First Aid Certification
Child safeguarding
Safeguarding compliance in education
Level 3 in Early Years & Childcare
Leadership
Communication skills
Internal quality assurance
Teaching
Early years education experience
Education health and care plans
Nursery experience

Full job description

Third in Charge & SENDCo

Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Little Adventures Nursery, Weston-Super-Mare
Rate: £15.05 per hour
Reports to: Nursery Manager / Deputy Nursery Manager

Role Purpose

The Third in Charge & SENDCo plays a key leadership role within the nursery, supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Nursery Manager in the day-to-day running of the setting while taking responsibility for leading and coordinating Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision.

The role combines strong early years practice with leadership, safeguarding, inclusion and SEND responsibilities. The post holder will help ensure that every child receives high-quality care, learning and development opportunities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), with particular focus on identifying and supporting children who may have additional needs.

The Third in Charge & SENDCo will act as a positive role model for the team, supporting practitioners to deliver consistently high standards of care and education and helping to create an inclusive environment where every child feels safe, valued and able to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Day-to-Day Management

Support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Nursery Manager with the effective day-to-day operation of the nursery.
Take responsibility for the nursery in the absence of the Nursery Manager and Deputy Nursery Manager, as delegated.
Provide visible, confident and supportive leadership to practitioners across the nursery.
Support the organisation of staffing, deployment and daily routines to ensure children's needs are consistently met.
Support the implementation and monitoring of nursery policies, procedures and quality standards.
Act as a positive role model, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, accountability and a commitment to the nursery's ARCH values.
Support colleagues through coaching, guidance and constructive feedback.
Contribute to staff meetings, supervision, training and professional development.
Support the Nursery Manager with identifying and addressing areas for improvement.
Help maintain a positive, collaborative and inclusive team culture.

Childcare, Learning & Development

Provide high-quality care, learning and play experiences for children aged 0–5.
Support practitioners to plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate experiences in line with the EYFS.
Ensure learning environments are safe, stimulating, inclusive and responsive to children's individual needs.
Observe, assess and monitor children's development, contributing to appropriate next steps and planning.
Support effective transitions, including settling-in, room moves and transitions to school.
Promote children's independence, confidence, wellbeing and emotional development.
Ensure children's individual interests, strengths and needs are reflected within their learning experiences.

SENDCo Responsibilities

Take the lead responsibility for SEND provision within the nursery.
Act as the main point of contact for SEND-related matters for practitioners, families and relevant professionals.
Support the early identification of children who may have additional needs.
Ensure the nursery follows the graduated approach of Assess, Plan, Do and Review.
Work closely with practitioners to develop appropriate SEND Support Plans and targeted strategies.
Support the implementation of reasonable adjustments and adaptations to activities, environments and teaching approaches.
Monitor children's progress and evaluate the effectiveness of SEND support.
Work collaboratively with parents and carers to understand children's individual needs and agree appropriate support.
Support families through SEND-related processes and provide clear, sensitive and professional communication.
Liaise with external professionals and agencies where appropriate, including Local Authority Inclusion Teams, Health Visitors, Speech and Language Therapists, Educational Psychologists, Portage and other specialists.
Support applications and processes relating to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), where appropriate.
Ensure relevant SEND records, plans and documentation are maintained accurately and confidentially.
Support smooth transitions for children with additional needs, including transition to school.
Keep up to date with changes to SEND legislation, guidance and best practice.
Promote a culture where children with SEND are fully included in all aspects of nursery life.

Inclusion, Equality & Diversity

Champion inclusive practice across the nursery.
Promote an environment where every child and family feels respected, welcomed and valued.
Ensure activities, resources and learning environments reflect diversity and challenge stereotypes.
Support practitioners to recognise and challenge discrimination, bias and barriers to participation.
Promote anti-discriminatory practice throughout the nursery.
Work with the wider team to ensure children with additional needs can participate fully in nursery experiences.

Safeguarding, Health & Safety

Maintain a strong commitment to safeguarding and child protection at all times.
Follow all safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and welfare procedures.
Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) with safeguarding responsibilities as required.
Act promptly on any concerns regarding a child's safety, welfare or wellbeing and follow the nursery's safeguarding procedures.
Support practitioners to understand and follow safeguarding procedures.
Maintain confidentiality and ensure records are accurate and handled appropriately.
Support children with personal care routines, hygiene, meals and rest in line with nursery policies.
Promote a safe environment for children, families and colleagues.

Partnership with Parents, Carers & Professionals

Build strong, respectful and trusting relationships with parents and carers.
Communicate confidently and sensitively with families regarding children's development, wellbeing and additional needs.
Support parents and carers to understand the SEND process and how they can contribute to their child's development.
Work collaboratively with external professionals to ensure children receive appropriate and coordinated support.
Maintain professional relationships with schools and other settings to support effective transitions.
Ensure information is shared appropriately and in accordance with confidentiality and GDPR requirements.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

Contribute to monitoring and improving the quality of education, care and inclusion within the nursery.
Support internal audits, observations and quality improvement activities.
Monitor the effectiveness of SEND provision and identify areas for improvement.
Contribute to action plans and ensure agreed improvements are implemented.
Support the nursery in preparing for Ofsted inspections and other quality assurance processes.
Share good practice with colleagues and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Person Specification

Essential

Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Early Years or equivalent.
Experience working within an early years or nursery setting.
Experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs.
Good understanding of the EYFS.
Understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and graduated approach.
Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and professionals.
Ability to work confidently as part of a leadership team.
Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise effectively.
A caring, positive, professional and inclusive approach.
Commitment to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.
Enhanced DBS check or willingness to undertake one.

Desirable

Previous experience as a SENDCo, Deputy SENDCo or in a similar inclusion-focused role.
SENDCo qualification or relevant SEND training.
Level 4/5 qualification in Early Years, Education or SEND, or willingness to work towards one.
Designated Safeguarding Lead training.
Paediatric First Aid.
Experience working with external professionals and Local Authority services.
Experience supporting EHCP applications or assessments.
Experience coaching or mentoring early years practitioners.
Experience in a supervisory or leadership position.

Skills & Competencies

Confident Leadership: Able to lead by example and provide clear, supportive direction to colleagues.
Inclusive Practice: Passionate about ensuring every child can participate, learn and thrive.
Communication: Able to communicate clearly, professionally and sensitively with children, families, colleagues and external professionals.
Emotional Intelligence: Able to remain calm, empathetic and professional when dealing with challenging or sensitive situations.
Organisation: Able to manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards.
Teamwork: Collaborative and committed to developing positive working relationships.
Safeguarding: Strong commitment to protecting children's safety and wellbeing.
Professional Development: Willingness to learn, develop and keep knowledge and practice up to date.

Why Work for Us

Our culture is built around our ARCH values: Accountability, Reliability, Caring and Honesty. We believe in recognising success, supporting wellbeing and creating opportunities for everyone to reach their full potential.

We're proud to be a Sunday Times Best Place to Work and a Great Place to Work certified organisation, reflecting our commitment to creating an engaging, supportive and inclusive workplace.

What We Offer

£15.05 per hour
Generous annual leave entitlement
Continuous professional development and fully funded training
Leadership and SEND development opportunities
Excellent career progression opportunities across our growing group
Employee recognition and reward schemes
Wellbeing support and employee benefits platform
Discounted childcare (where applicable)
Team events and celebrations
An inclusive, supportive and values-driven culture

Grow Your Career With Us

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Early Years Practitioner who is ready to take the next step into leadership while developing their specialist SEND expertise.

Whether you are an experienced SENDCo looking for a leadership opportunity or a strong Level 3 practitioner ready to develop into a Third in Charge & SENDCo role, we will invest in your development and provide the training, support and opportunities needed to progress.

At Little Adventures Nursery, we believe that great leaders are developed from within. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills, develop your SEND expertise and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families.

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Third in Charge & SENDCo

Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Little Adventures Nursery, Weston-Super-Mare Rate: £15.05 per hour Reports to: Nursery Manager / Deputy Nursery Manager

Role Purpose

The Third in Charge & SENDCo plays a key leadership role within the nursery, supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Nursery Manager in the day-to-day running of the setting while taking responsibility for leading and coordinating Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision.

The Third in Charge & SENDCo will act as a positive role model for the team, supporting practitioners to deliver consistently high standards of care and education and helping to create an inclusive environment where every child feels safe, valued and able to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Day-to-Day Management

Childcare, Learning & Development

SENDCo Responsibilities

Inclusion, Equality & Diversity

Safeguarding, Health & Safety

Partnership with Parents, Carers & Professionals

Quality & Continuous Improvement

Person Specification

Essential

Desirable

Skills & Competencies

Why Work for Us

Our culture is built around our ARCH values: Accountability, Reliability, Caring and Honesty. We believe in recognising success, supporting wellbeing and creating opportunities for everyone to reach their full potential.

We're proud to be a Sunday Times Best Place to Work and a Great Place to Work certified organisation, reflecting our commitment to creating an engaging, supportive and inclusive workplace.

What We Offer

Grow Your Career With Us

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Early Years Practitioner who is ready to take the next step into leadership while developing their specialist SEND expertise.

Whether you are an experienced SENDCo looking for a leadership opportunity or a strong Level 3 practitioner ready to develop into a Third in Charge & SENDCo role, we will invest in your development and provide the training, support and opportunities needed to progress.

At Little Adventures Nursery, we believe that great leaders are developed from within. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills, develop your SEND expertise and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families.

Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Little Adventures Nursery, Weston-Super-Mare
Rate: £15.05 per hour
Reports to: Nursery Manager / Deputy Nursery Manager