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A welcoming mainstream primary school in Southfields is looking for an experienced and committed Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their Reception team on a full-time basis from October.
The successful Special Needs Teaching Assistant will work with Reception-aged children with a variety of special educational needs, providing both individual and small-group support to help pupils access learning, develop their communication, and build confidence and independence.
Previous experience supporting children with special educational needs is essential for this position.
The Special Needs Teaching Assistant Role
- Support Reception-aged children with a range of SEN and additional needs.
- Provide a mixture of 1:1 and small-group support.
- Help children access learning and play-based EYFS activities.
- Support children's communication, social interaction, and emotional development.
- Encourage independence, confidence, and positive engagement.
- Adapt activities and resources according to individual needs.
- Support behaviour and emotional regulation where required.
- Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and other support staff.
- Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive Early Years environment.
- Assist with children's personal care where required.
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The Ideal Special Needs Teaching Assistant
- Previous Experience Supporting Children With SEN Is Essential.
- Experience within EYFS, Reception, or an Early Years setting would be highly desirable.
- Confident supporting children with a variety of additional needs.
- Patient, calm, and nurturing in their approach.
- Comfortable providing individualized support according to each child's needs.
- Reliable and able to commit to a full-time position from October.
- Passionate about helping children with SEND make progress.
A Rewarding SEN Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Special Needs Teaching Assistant who enjoys working with younger children and wants to make a genuine difference during the crucial early stages of their education.
The school is looking for someone who can bring experience, patience, and consistency to the role and become a valued member of the Reception and SEN team.
If you are an experienced Special Needs Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time Reception role starting in October, apply today for consideration.
Reeson Education
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Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals, and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the core values of honesty, integrity, and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education, we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long-term, and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people, and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training, or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%.
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