Early Years Practitioner: SEND & Nurture Specialist

Location

Preston Fishwick Primary School, Downing Street, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 4RH (161 on roll)

Contact

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Summary

Due to the continued development of our EYFS provision, Fishwick Primary School is seeking a number of dedicated and compassionate Early Years Practitioners to join our highly skilled and supportive team. These roles will work across our Section 27 nursery provision (2-4 year olds) and Reception class, supporting children at the very start of their learning journey. We are a warm, inclusive primary school serving a community with high levels of deprivation, with a strong commitment to inclusion and a growing EYFS unit with exciting developments underway. We have a high number of pupils with SEND, including complex needs, and a skilled and experienced team that works collaboratively to ensure every child thrives. A strong focus on nurture, communication, and early development.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the learning, development and care of children aged 2-5.
• Work closely with our EYFS Lead and staff to meet a wide range of needs.
• Deliver high quality interactions that support communication, play and early learning.
• Contribute to a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.
• Support pupils with SEND, including those with complex needs, with patience and understanding.

Key Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent in Maths and English Language.

Key Experience

• Experience working in an Early Years setting.
• Experience supporting, or strong interest in working with, SEND pupils.
• Knowledge and experience of the EYFS and either Birth to Five Matters or Development Matters.

Key Attributes

• Patient, calm and emotionally attuned to young children.
• Shows compassion, dedication and resilience, particularly in challenging situations.
• Works well as part of a team and is committed to inclusive practice.

Benefits & Conditions

• Opportunity to be part of an exciting and developing EYFS unit.
• A team of highly skilled practitioners who support each other.
• Ongoing professional development, including SEND and Early Years training.
• A school that values wellbeing, teamwork and making a difference.
• Position is term time only; salary quoted is full time equivalent and will be paid on a pro rata basis.

Pre Employment Checks

• Enhanced DBS check.
• Satisfactory references.
• Pre employment checks in line with safer recruitment guidance.

Equal Opportunities Statement

The post you are applying for is an equal opportunities position. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are a Disability Confident employer. We will only consider applicants who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

Closing Date

Close date 08/06/2026 at 9am.