Reception SEN Teaching Assistant
If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
Location: Kenilworth, Coventry, CV8
Weekly Rate: £460 - £500
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full Time - 8:30am to 3:15pm (Term Time Only)
Contract: Long Term with potential for PermanentWe are seeking a dedicated Reception SEN Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and inclusive primary school in Kenilworth. This long-term role is to work 1:1 with a child in Reception with identified special educational needs, following their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The successful candidate will provide consistent support in communication, emotional regulation, and learning, ensuring that the child can access the Early Years curriculum and develop independence.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Previous experience working in Early Years (Reception or Nursery) with pupils with SEN needs such as ASD, ADHD, Speech and Language Delay, or SEMH
Proven experience working 1:1 and supporting differentiated learning in line with EHCP targets
A Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant degree
Knowledge of strategies such as visual timetables, Zones of Regulation, and Makaton (desirable)
Strong behaviour management skills with a nurturing, patient approach
Ability to work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCO, and outside agencies
A sound understanding of early intervention and child development within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)About the School:
Friendly and welcoming two-form entry school with a strong community ethos
Part of a two-school federation committed to inclusive practice
Supportive Senior Leadership Team and experienced SENDCO
Rated 'Good' by Ofsted with excellent provision for pupils with additional needs
Provides ongoing CPD and SEN training opportunities for staffApply Today!
If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and have the skills to make a lasting difference in the Early Years, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply via the application page