Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant

Early Years SEND Teaching AssistantLocation: IslingtonContract: Full time, term timeStart date: Monday 23 Feb or ASAPPay: £100 per day PAYEThis Ofsted Graded GOOD primary school in Islington is seeking a dedicated Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant to join its Early Years provision. The role is well suited to someone with a strong interest in early childhood development and inclusive education, particularly for pupils with additional needs at the start of their learning journey.The roleYou will work closely with class teachers, the SENCo and specialist professionals to support children with a range of needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, ADHD, sensory processing needs and developmental delay. Support is delivered through structured, play-based learning that promotes communication, emotional regulation and early independence.Key responsibilities include: Providing one-to-one and small-group support within the Early Years settingSupporting children to access the curriculum through play-based, child-centred learningAssisting with communication, social interaction and emotional developmentHelping children to establish routines and build early independence skillsSupporting with personal care where required, ensuring dignity and respect at all timesPromoting positive behaviour and a calm, nurturing learning environment The schoolThe school offers: A well-resourced Early Years environmentA strong culture of collaboration and inclusionSupportive leadership ..... full job details .....