Nursery Teacher (with SEN experience)

Location: Wigan

Start Date: June 2026

Salary: -160 - -230 per day (dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Full-time, ongoing temporary

Are you a nurturing Early Years specialist who thrives in an inclusive environment?

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nursery Teacher to join a welcoming primary school nursery in Wigan. This full-time role is scheduled to start this June and will continue on an ongoing basis, offering an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact in a highly supportive Early Years setting.

The nursery is an integral part of a vibrant primary school that prides itself on its inclusive ethos. This year, the intake includes a number of wonderful children with various additional needs (SEN). We are looking for an educator who can bring patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for inclusive education to the team.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver a stimulating, play-based EYFS curriculum tailored to the needs of all learners.

Adapt learning spaces and activities to ensure children with SEN (including communication, sensory, and behavioural needs) are fully included and supported.

Work closely with the school''s SENCo, experienced EYFS Teaching Assistants, and external agencies to implement individual support plans.

Track, assess, and record children''s development, providing a safe and nurturing environment for them to reach their milestones.

Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and carers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and well-being.

What We Are Looking For:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an Early Years specialist qualification with primary teaching experience.

Proven experience working within an EYFS setting (Nursery or Reception).

Strong experience supporting children with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD, speech and language delays, or global developmental delay).

A patient, warm, and resilient nature with excellent behaviour management strategies rooted in positive reinforcement.

An enhanced DBS on the update service (or the willingness to apply for a new one).

Why Register with Tradewind?

Competitive Pay: Top rates of pay paid weekly.

Specialist Training: Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses via the National College, including specialised modules in SEN, Autism awareness, and Makaton.

An Inclusive Partnership: Work with a school that genuinely values staff well-being and collaborative planning.

Local Expertise: Backed by a dedicated consultant who understands the Wigan landscape.

How to Apply

If you''re an experienced primary teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity and would like to register with Tradewind Recruitment, please apply now and take the next step in your teaching career! Or for more information about the role, contact Lindsey Pennington on (phone number removed) /

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