Lancaster | September 2026 to April 2027 Monday to Friday | 9:00am - 3:00pm
Veritas Education is working in partnership with a welcoming nursery in Lancaster seeking a dedicated and nurturing Level 2 EYFS Practitioner to join their team on a long-term basis from September 2026 until April 2027.
This rewarding role involves providing one-to-one support for a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who is currently attending the nursery before transitioning to a specialist SEN school placement in April 2027.
The child is non-verbal, mobile and active, and can occasionally display behaviours that challenge when feeling overwhelmed or unable to communicate their needs. The successful candidate will be patient, resilient, and committed to creating a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment.
The Role
Supporting a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) on a one-to-one basis
Encouraging communication, engagement, and social interaction
Implementing strategies to support emotional regulation and wellbeing
Working closely with nursery staff, SEN professionals, and parents/carers
Promoting a nurturing and inclusive environment
The Ideal Candidate
Holds a minimum Level 2 Early Years qualification
Has experience supporting children with ASD and/or additional needs
Understands strategies to support children who may display behaviours that challenge
Is patient, calm, and able to build positive relationships
Has a genuine passion for supporting children with SEND
What Veritas Education Offers
Competitive rates of pay
Ongoing support from an experienced local consultant
Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience within an Early Years setting
Refer-a-friend scheme with rewards availableThis position is required urgently. We encourage interested candidates to send their CV as soon as possible.
📧 Please send your CV to Sarah Maclachlan at Veritas Education (Preston Office).
Closing Date: Friday 5th September 2026
Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community
Salary description
£15.00 - £15.00 per hour