Special Needs Nursery Teacher

Special Needs Nursery Teachers x 2

Do you have a passion for working with children?

We are looking for two highly motivated and inspirational teachers with SEN experience to work in our nursery.

At Willows we are a friendly supportive team who are committed and passionate about the support we provide to our children. Our children are aged 3 months - 5 years, many of whom have Special Education Needs.

Ofsted recently judged us as good with outstanding features (June 2014) and said.

"Well organised fun activities both indoors and out develop children's interests and help them to make good progress" and "with our current expansion into a new reception class from September 2014 these are exciting times at Willows".

We are looking for enthusiastic teachers with:

• A proven track record teaching SEN or knowledge and understanding of the EYSF framework
• Experience of working with younger children
• A flexible approach to teaching
• A background in delivering learning thorough play
• Engages with children and remove barriers to learning
• Excellent communication, organisational and observational skills
• A good team player who would enjoy contributing to life a Willows

We can offer:

• As members of Portsmouth Teaching School Alliance we are keen for our teachers to access development opportunities and to participate in research projects.
• Portsmouth has been selected as one of 20 Early Years Hubs; this opens opportunities for active joint working opportunities for enthusiastic applicants.

For an informal discussion about the posts or to arrange a visit please contact Sharon Payne in the first instance on 023 9266 6918. Visits will be scheduled during September once school restarts.

Applications will be considered from NQT's with an interest in this specialist area of teaching.

To apply for this post please download the details below or request a pack from the Recruitment Team via email at ed.recruitment@portsmouthcc.gov.uk or by telephone on 023 9284 1246 quoting post number WIN0070.

Closing date: Noon, Monday 29th September 2014
Interviews: Friday 17th October 2014

Willows Centre for Children is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. CRB Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment.

Willows Nursery School
Battenburg Avenue,
North End,
Portsmouth,
Hampshire,
PO2 0SN
www.willowscentre.org.uk