Reception Class SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1) : Pre:Verbal and Sensory Needs
Middlesbrough
Full Time : Long Term : ASAP Start
Commitment required for the full academic year
A mainstream primary school in Middlesbrough is seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Reception:aged child who is pre:verbal and highly sensory:seeking. This is a full:time, long:term role running for the remainder of the academic year, with the potential to extend.
The school is looking for someone who can:
* Build a trusting, consistent relationship with a young child who requires structure, patience and predictable routines.
* Support sensory regulation, communication development and engagement in Early Years learning.
* Work confidently with pre:verbal children, using visual aids, modelling language, sensory strategies and play:based communication.
* Follow guidance from the class teacher, SENCO and external professionals to deliver an individual support plan.
* Be reliable, nurturing and able to remain calm while supporting behaviours linked to sensory needs.
Requirements:
* Experience supporting children with SEN, ideally Autism, sensory processing needs or delayed communication.
* Experience in Early Years or Reception is highly beneficial.
* Ability to commit full:time for the remainder of the academic year.
* Strong communication, professionalism and a child:centred approach.
* Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.
If you want a long:term role where you can make a genuine impact in a childs early development, this is an excellent opportunity.
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Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07