SEN Teaching Assistant Job EYFS

SEN Teaching Assistant - Reception

Location: Kilburn, Westminster, LondonSalary: Competitive daily rateContract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Start Date: ImmediateSector: 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.If this role isn't quite right for you, but you're exploring new opportunities in education, we welcome a confidential conversation about your career goals.

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