Hays Education is working with an SEN Nursery in Leicester to find a proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to start after the Easter break on a full-time, temporary basis. This is a term-time only position. The ideal candidate has experience supporting children with complex special educational needs and/or disabilities in an early years setting. If this sounds like you, please apply through our portal.

Your new school
This SEN nursery provision in Leicester supports pupils aged between 2 and 5 years old with complex and enduring special educational needs and/or disability. Pupils benefit from the support of specialist practitioners who work hard to provide an inclusive Early Years education for SEN children from across Leicester. The school boasts a light room, spa room, soft play room and ICT suite – all of which contribute to a holistic approach to SEN education.

Your new role
In this job as an SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll work with a team of specialist practitioners to support pupils with a range of additional needs to access this schools’ bespoke curriculum. Hays Teaching Assistants make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people who have a range of care needs, life experiences and personalities which make every day different! You’ll benefit from on-going support from your Hays consultant, Hollie, who will be there for you throughout this placement and beyond.

What you need to succeed
To succeed in your new job, you’ll have a minimum of 1 years’ experience working with SEN children aged between 2 and 5 years old. You’ll be proactive and adaptable to working with children with a range of complex educational and physical needs. You'll be prepared to take on full-time hours on a term-time only basis. Most importantly, you’ll be confident stepping into a new school and ready to quickly build relationships with colleagues, pupils and parents.

** Hays are unable to consider overseas candidates for this position. **

What you'll get in return

• Competitive, Weekly Pay: We offer competitive rates of pay which fairly reward your hard work
  
• Dedicated SEND Consultants: Find new opportunities in a competitive job market with the support of our SEND team
  
• Flexible Opportunities: Work around your schedule for a better work/life balance, without compromising on commitments
  
• Professional Development: Access a range of resources to support your career growth including a dedicated consultant
  
• Exclusive Job Opportunities: Get first access to live job opportunities in Leicestershire
  
• Hays also offers an excellent Refer a Friend scheme worth £250 in high street vouchers
  
  If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call Hollie on 0116 253 2389.
  
  If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new job in SEN Education, call Hollie for a confidential discussion about your career.