Job Description
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant (Nursery Setting)
Location: Burton upon TrentHours: Tuesday & Thursday, 8:45am - 1:00pm (term time only)Contract: Via The Supply Register
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a child within a nursery provision at a welcoming primary school in Burton upon Trent.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, providing tailored support to a child with complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The child is non-verbal and has no awareness of danger, so ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide consistent, high-quality 1:1 support
* Maintain a safe and nurturing environment at all times
* Support communication using appropriate strategies (e.g. visual aids, PECS, Makaton)
* Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals
* Deliver engaging, play-based learning in line with the EYFS framework
* Support with personal care if required
The Ideal Candidate Will:
* Have experience working with children with complex SEND, ideally in an early years setting
* Demonstrate strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum
* Be confident, calm, and proactive
* Have a strong understanding of safeguarding and child safety
* Be patient, nurturing, and committed
Why Work With Us?
Working through The Supply Register, you will benefit from:
* Clear and transparent pay rates
* Transport contributions (where applicable)
* Access to free online training and CPD opportunities
* Ongoing support from a dedicated partnership team
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