1:1 Nursery LSA for SEND & Early Development

IvyHouse Nursery; Weybourne; On-site; GBP 1,240,000 - 1,515,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive nursery environment

Part-time hours

Job summary

Ivy House Nursery in Farnham is seeking a warm Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a child throughout the nursery day, fostering inclusion and confidence.

This part-time, temporary role runs 9:30am-2:30pm, 3-4 days a week, with a November 2026 start. You will collaborate with nursery staff and specialists to support communication, routines and emotional wellbeing.

A caring, patient, and team-focused approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as an LSA or teaching assistant.
• Experience supporting children on a 1:1 basis.
• Caring and patient approach to working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent and supportive 1:1 assistance to the child throughout the nursery day.
• Support the child to access and participate in nursery activities and play.
• Encourage communication, social interaction, independence and confidence.
• Follow strategies and guidance provided by the nursery and relevant professionals.
• Help the child manage transitions and changes in routine.
• Support the child's emotional wellbeing and help them to regulate when needed.
• Observe and communicate progress and concerns to staff.
• Work collaboratively with nursery staff, parents/carers and other professionals.
• Maintain a safe, positive and nurturing environment.
• Promote inclusion and ensure the child is supported in the wider nursery community.

Skills

1:1 support

Caring & patient

Team collaboration

Education

Childcare or related field

Job description

Ivy House Nursery in Farnham is seeking a warm Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a child throughout the nursery day, fostering inclusion and confidence.

This part-time, temporary role runs 9:30am-2:30pm, 3-4 days a week, with a November 2026 start. You will collaborate with nursery staff and specialists to support communication, routines and emotional wellbeing.

A caring, patient, and team-focused approach is essential.