EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant
We are looking for an EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant who can provide dedicated support to children with additional needs in our Early Years setting. You will adapt activities, assist with communication and social development, and help create a positive learning environment.
About the role
You should be able to support children in the Early Years with a range of special educational needs, including communication, social, emotional, and developmental needs.
Assist the class teacher in planning and adapting play-based activities to ensure all children can access the EYFS curriculum.
Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social interaction through consistent strategies and supportive relationships.
About the school
The school holds strong d values underpinning school life: achievement, excellence, respect, resilience, creativity, enquiry, communication, and thoughtfulness.
They are committed to high academic and personal standards, encouraging children to reach their full potential academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
The school has a focus on continuous improvement — the school reflects on practices regularly, and uses self-evaluation and external input to drive growth.
Requirements
To be considered for the role of EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant you will:
- Experience working with children in the Early Years, ideally within a school or nursery setting
- Understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
- Experience supporting children with special educational needs
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:
- Experience with SEN needs
Key responsibilities
As EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant you will be responsible for:
- Provide 1:1 or small-group support for pupils with special educational needs within the Early Years setting.
- Assist the class teacher in planning, adapting, and delivering play-based activities to meet individual learning needs.
What the school offer
In return, the school can offer the successful candidate:
Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Kardelen Altindag on 0207 0657549 or email [email protected] .
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