Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant

We are seeking an Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school and provide tailored support to pupils within the EYFS setting. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the early stages of a child’s educational journey.

The Role

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Assisting children with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Supporting learning through play-based and structured activities.
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENDCo, and external professionals.
• Implementing individual support strategies and education plans.
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive engagement in learning.
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment.

About You

• Experience supporting children with SEN, particularly within Early Years, is desirable.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is preferred.
• Knowledge of Autism, Speech & Language Needs, or SEMH is advantageous.
• Patient, proactive, and able to build positive relationships with young children.
• Passionate about helping every child reach their full potential.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Mia at [email removed] or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

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