Qualified Level 2 or Level 3 SEND Nursery Practitioner – Full-Time Location: South Acton, West London Start Date: September 2025 Working Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term About the Role Axcis Education is delighted to be working with a warm and inclusive nursery in South Acton, currently seeking a passionate and skilled SEND Nursery Practitioner to join their Special Educational Needs (SEND) department. You will be supporting children aged 2 and above with a variety of additional needs, offering 1:1 and 2:1 tailored support within a nurturing Early Years setting. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity to play a vital role in shaping the early educational experiences of children with SEND. Key Responsibilities -Deliver high-quality, inclusive care and education for children with SEND, following the EYFS framework -Plan and implement individualised learning experiences to meet each child’s developmental needs -Collaborate with key workers, SENCOs, therapists, and external professionals -Support the social, emotional, and communication development of children -Promote positive behaviour and manage challenging behaviours in a supportive and structured manner -Maintain clear and accurate records of children’s progress and development -Ensure full compliance with safeguarding and health & safety procedures -Actively engage in continuing professional development and training in SEND best practices What We’re Looking For - Experience working in an Early Years setting with children with SEND - Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum - Knowledge of various SEND profiles, including ASD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and global developmental delays - Confidence supporting children on a 1:1 and 2:1 basis - Excellent communication and teamwork skills - A patient, empathetic, and flexible approach - Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) - Relevant Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification is highly desirable Why Join This The Centre? - A welcoming and supportive team dedicated to inclusive practice - A strong SEND department with structured routines and training support - Conveniently located in South Acton, with excellent transport links - Opportunities for professional growth and SEND specialism development - A chance to make a lasting impact in a child’s early learning journey<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Meryl McArthur on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1064.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Meryl McArthur&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1064</strong></strong>