Early Years SEN Support Assistant – Reception in Eltham
Posted by Pertemps Education Network
£108 a day
Eltham · Contract
Location: Eltham, South East London
Fuil time, long term role
Pay rate: £108.35 per day
Are you passionate about early childhood development and supporting young children with additional needs? Are you looking to build a career within Early Years, Special Educational Needs or educational psychology?
Pertemps Education Network is working in partnership with a welcoming mainstream primary school in Eltham to recruit a caring and enthusiastic Early Years SEN Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Reception-aged pupil.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Early Years Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, Psychology graduate or aspiring SEN professional to gain valuable experience supporting a young child with additional learning and personal care needs.
Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team, you will play an important role in helping the pupil access the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, develop independence and engage in everyday classroom activities.
The Role – Early Years & SEN Support
- Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Reception-aged pupil with additional needs.
- Support learning and development through play-based activities and the EYFS curriculum.
- Adapt activities to meet the pupil's individual learning abilities and requirements.
- Encourage communication, social interaction and engagement with peers.
- Provide personal care, including toileting, changing and hygiene assistance.
- Promote independence with everyday routines and self-care.
- Support transitions between classroom activities and daily routines.
- Create a positive, safe and nurturing learning environment.
- Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team.
- Previous experience working with young children in a nursery, primary school or SEN setting.
- An interest in Early Years development, SEN and inclusive education.
- Comfortable providing personal care, including toileting and changing.
- Patient, nurturing and enthusiastic when supporting young children.
- Understanding of child development and individual learning needs.
- Confident providing individualised 1:1 support.
- Strong communication skills and a proactive approach.
- A genuine passion for helping children develop confidence, independence and essential life skills.
Why Apply?
- Gain valuable experience within Early Years SEN education.
- Dedicated 1:1 position with the opportunity to make a genuine difference.
- Develop practical skills in child development, learning support and personal care.
- Excellent experience for aspiring Educational Psychologists, SEN Teachers and Child Development professionals.
- Work within a supportive mainstream primary school.
- Ongoing support from your dedicated Pertemps Education Network consultant.
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