Pay: From £14.25 per hour Start Date: ASAP
Prospero Teaching is delighted to be supporting a warm, inclusive early years setting in Poole. They are seeking a caring, patient, and enthusiastic SEN Early Years Practitioner (Level 2 or 3 qualified) to join their team and provide high‑quality support for children aged 0-5 with a range of additional needs.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about early childhood development, with a particular interest in supporting children with SEND, including Autism, Speech & Language delay, sensory needs, and social‑emotional development.
What You'll Be Doing
As an SEN Early Years Practitioner, you will:
Support daily routines and learning activities within the early years environment
Provide nurturing, individualised support for children with additional needs
Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive setting
Assist in planning and delivering age‑appropriate, SEN‑focused activities
Encourage children's communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation
Work closely with colleagues, SENCOs, and external professionals
Communicate positively with parents and carers
Uphold safeguarding, health, and safety policies at all times
What We're Looking For
We'd love to hear from you if you:
Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification
Have experience supporting children in an early years or SEN setting
Bring warmth, patience, and a child‑centred approach
Understand the EYFS framework and early child development
Communicate clearly and kindly with families and colleagues
Are reliable, flexible, and a strong team player
Requirements
To be eligible for this role through Prospero Teaching, you must:
Have the Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)
Provide two professional references from the past 24 months
Be available for full‑time hours, Monday to Friday
What We Offer
Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and SEN training
Access to our dedicated Training & Development Team
Ongoing support from a specialist Early Years & SEN consultant
Ready to Apply?
If you're passionate about supporting young children with additional needs and helping them thrive, we'd love to hear from you - please send over an up to date CV for consideration
Salary description
£14.25 - £15.25 per hour