Full job descriptionSEN Teaching Assistant - Early Years (Additional Needs Support)
Scawthorpe, Doncaster
Full-Time | 8:30am - 3:30pm | Start ASAP
From £93.00 per day
Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
Exclusive Vacancy with Reed Education
Reed Education is proud to be working in exclusive partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Scawthorpe area to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children within an Early Years setting.
This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and nurturing individual who is passionate about helping young children with additional needs successfully integrate into school life.
About the School
Our partner school is a highly inclusive, community-focused primary setting that places children’s wellbeing at the heart of everything it does. Staff work collaboratively to create a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.
The school promotes a culture of kindness, patience and understanding, recognising that every child develops at their own pace. Team members are supported by approachable leadership and benefit from a positive working environment where professional development and teamwork are highly valued.
The Role
Your responsibilities will include:
*Providing 1:1 and small group support for children with additional needs.
*Supporting pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
*Helping children develop positive relationships with peers and adults.
*Assisting with the implementation of individual support plans and learning targets.
*Encouraging participation in classroom activities and structured play.
*Supporting children with personal care where required.
*Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support staff.
*Monitoring progress and providing feedback on pupils’ development.
*Promoting a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
*Using a patient, nurturing and child-centred approach to build confidence and independence.
We Are Looking For:
*Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), either in schools, nurseries, care settings or similar environments.
*A caring, resilient and proactive approach.
*Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
*A good understanding of supporting children with additional needs such as autism, speech and language difficulties, developmental delays or social and emotional needs.
*The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
*A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.
Why Join Through Reed Education?
When you work through Reed Education, you’ll benefit from:
*Competitive daily pay from £93.00 per day
*Opportunity to secure a permanent role within a supportive school
*Dedicated local education consultant supporting you throughout your placement
*Access to a wide variety of local education opportunities
*Free safeguarding and compliance support
*Reed Reward Hub with discounts at major retailers, supermarkets and restaurants
*Weekly pay via PAYE with no umbrella company involvement
*Ongoing support with career progression and education recruitment expertise
*Exclusive access to vacancies through Reed’s established school partnerships
If you’re a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young children as they begin their educational journey, we’d love to hear from you.