SEND (EYFS) Teacher - Southwark

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated EYFS SEND Teacher to join our inclusive early years provision in Southwark. This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is committed to ensuring children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) receive exceptional support at the very start of their educational journey.

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, personalised learning experiences that promote development, independence, and wellbeing for all children.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated learning in line with the EYFS Framework

• Identify, assess, and support children with emerging and diagnosed SEND needs

• Develop, implement, and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs)

• Deliver targeted interventions to support communication, social development, and early learning

• Work closely with the SENCO, teaching assistants, and external professionals

• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers

• Monitor progress and maintain accurate, compliant records

• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Proven experience within EYFS

• Strong knowledge of SEND, including ASD, speech and language needs, and SEMH

• Experience adapting teaching strategies and environments to meet individual needs

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• A nurturing, patient, and proactive approach

Desirable:

• SEND qualification or additional specialist training

• Experience working within a specialist provision or resource base

What We Offer

• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team

• High-quality CPD and SEND-focused training opportunities

• A collaborative and inclusive staff culture

• Well-resourced early years setting

• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

If you are an enthusiastic early years practitioner dedicated to inclusive education and making a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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