Reception Class SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1) - Pre-Verbal & 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...