SEN Teaching Assistant Job (EYFS)

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  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Westminster
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Early Years
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    £105-£110 per day based on experience

SEN TA Job, Reception pupil. Westminster. £105-£110 p/day

SEN Teaching Assistant – Reception

Location: Kilburn, Westminster, London
Salary: Competitive daily rate
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Start Date:
Immediate Sector: Education – Primary | Special Educational Needs

The Role
A mainstream primary school in Kilburn is seeking a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Reception-aged pupil with complex and severe special educational needs. This full-time position is available for an immediate start and offers long-term potential for the right candidate. The pupil presents with significant communication and sensory processing challenges, alongside highly challenging behaviour. The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing environment, working closely with the SENCO and external professionals to implement effective behaviour strategies and support plans.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver consistent 1:1 support to a Reception pupil with severe SEN
  • Implement and adapt behaviour management strategies
  • Collaborate with the SENCO and external specialists to meet the child’s needs
  • Promote emotional regulation and engagement in learning
Candidate Requirements
  • Proven experience supporting children with severe SEN, ideally in EYFS or KS1
  • Strong behaviour management skills and emotional resilience
  • Team Teach or equivalent de-escalation training (desirable)
  • DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer
  • Competitive daily rate
  • Supportive school leadership and experienced SEN team
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a child’s early development
  • Access to ongoing CPD and professional training
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV via the Guardian Jobs portal or contact us directly for further information.

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