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The Role
The role involves planning and delivering inclusive learning experiences for children with SEN, focusing on outdoor play and individual care. Responsibilities include observing developmental progress, building relationships with families, and collaborating with professionals.
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SEN Support - Early Years Educator
Muddy Boots Nursery, Poppleton YO26 6QD
£13.70 – £14.10 per hour (age 21+)
Part-time (3-day week)
Muddy Boots Nursery, Poppleton YO26 6QD
£13.70 – £14.10 per hour (age 21+)
Part-time (3-day week)
🌿 Looking for better work–life balance in early years?
Join our award-winning outdoor nursery, where educators work a 3 or 4-day week, are paid in the top 10% locally, and are supported to grow their careers within our nurseries across York and Leeds.
At Muddy Boots Poppleton, we’re proud to be an award-winning nursery, recognised for delivering exceptional early years education through meaningful outdoor learning.
Everything we do is guided by our core values — Heart, Excellence, Growth, Teamwork and Responsibility — and they shape how we care for children, support families and look after each other as a team.
We are looking for applications from experienced Level 3 Early Years Educators who are ready to grow and develop their career within our nursery group.
Real career development – many of our team members progress into Room Leader, Third in Charge and Deputy Manager roles as they grow with us.
We’re now looking for a passionate Early Years Educator to join our team, working in a nurturing, supportive environment where people genuinely matter.
Key Responsibilities
About the role
As a part-time SEN Early Years Educator at Muddy Boots, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, nature-based learning experiences that inspire curiosity, confidence and independence.
Your role will include:
Planning and delivering inclusive, engaging learning experiences tailored to meet the individual needs of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), with a strong emphasis on outdoor play, sensory exploration and differentiated activities
Observing, assessing and supporting each child’s developmental progress, using appropriate SEN frameworks (e.g. EYFS, SEND Code of Practice) to inform next steps and targeted interventions
Acting as a key person, building strong, trusting relationships with children and their families, and working closely with parents/carers to support individual care and learning plans
Creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment that supports children’s emotional wellbeing, communication and independence
Working collaboratively with the nursery team and external professionals (such as speech and language therapists or educational psychologists) to ensure consistent, high-quality support
Taking responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, with a clear understanding of additional vulnerabilities and needs within an SEN context
As a part-time SEN Early Years Educator at Muddy Boots, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, nature-based learning experiences that inspire curiosity, confidence and independence.
Your role will include:
Planning and delivering inclusive, engaging learning experiences tailored to meet the individual needs of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), with a strong emphasis on outdoor play, sensory exploration and differentiated activities
Observing, assessing and supporting each child’s developmental progress, using appropriate SEN frameworks (e.g. EYFS, SEND Code of Practice) to inform next steps and targeted interventions
Acting as a key person, building strong, trusting relationships with children and their families, and working closely with parents/carers to support individual care and learning plans
Creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment that supports children’s emotional wellbeing, communication and independence
Working collaboratively with the nursery team and external professionals (such as speech and language therapists or educational psychologists) to ensure consistent, high-quality support
Taking responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, with a clear understanding of additional vulnerabilities and needs within an SEN context
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
About you
We’re looking for someone who:
We’re looking for someone who:
- Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification
- Experience of SEN
- Has experience in an early years setting
- Shares our values and commitment to high-quality childcare
- Has a genuine passion for outdoor learning and child-led play
- Is positive, proactive and enjoys working as part of a team
Benefits
Why work at Muddy Boots?
We know that when staff feel valued and supported, they do their best work. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work–life balance and career:
We know that when staff feel valued and supported, they do their best work. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work–life balance and career:
- Top 10% pay locally, up to £14.10 per hour
- 3 or 4-day working week– more time for you
- Clear progression opportunities — move through our pay bandings and apply internally for new roles as they arise
- Opportunities to progress within our growing group, including roles across our nurseries in York and Leeds
- Extra holiday days for long-standing team members
- Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay
- Free lunches, tea & snacks
- Lifestyle discounts on groceries, travel, entertainment & more Employee Assistance Programme – mental health support & coaching
- Staff treats, social events & celebrations
- Free uniform and on-site parking
🏆 Plus, the opportunity to work in an award-winning nursery that truly lives its values
Muddy Boots is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community
We are committed to Safeguarding and Promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment
This job is subject to an enhanced DBS check and Satisfactory References
Ready to join the Muddy Boots family?
If you’re excited by the idea of working in a values-led, award-winning nursery where people come first and outdoor learning is central to everything we do, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply now and start your Muddy Boots journey with us.
About
Since opening our doors in January 2012, with only a few team members and a handful of children, we have continually worked to build day nurseries with a strong family ethos and home-from-home feel, which have now been enjoyed by over 1000 families and counting.Here is how we do it:We focus on developing the uniqueness of every child: We work with every child’s constantly changing and unique interests to ensure their development is about them, not employing a one-size-fits-all approachOur outstanding team builds strong relational bonds with our families, built on quality communication: This ensures our parents have the peace of mind to get on with their busy lives, knowing their child is with a team who know and love themWe focus on outdoor adventures, always: Muddy Boots isn’t just a name, it’s a daily way of life. We believe in as many outdoor adventures as possible and create amazing outdoor experiences to facilitate themThe name ‘Muddy Boots’ really sums up our whole ethos – to not be afraid to let children learn by getting muddy, exploring, going on adventures and getting out there and having a go! Children enjoy a wide range of activities both indoor and out, planned by a qualified and experienced staff team who genuinely love and care for all the children. Our aim is that every individual child thrives and flourishes into their unique selves in our positive, family-feel environment.
Skills Required
- Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification
- Experience of SEN
- Experience in an early years setting
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The Company
What We Do
Muddy Boots Nursery provides outstanding early years education and childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, with a focus on outdoor adventures and a nurturing, home-from-home environment.
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