Early Years SEN Support Worker

Aspire People; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking an Early Years SEN Support Worker in Loughborough to join a welcoming setting. You will provide practical and emotional support to young children with SEN, helping them settle, gain confidence and ready to learn.

The role is Monday to Friday, term time only, with an immediate start where needed. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, collaboration with teachers, and nurturing approaches to promote inclusive learning and positive behaviours across the early years

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with SEN is essential.
• Experience within an Early Years, nursery or school environment.
• Patient, caring and supportive approach.
• Understanding of autism or other additional needs would be beneficial.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional needs within an Early Years setting.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Help children develop their communication, social and independence skills.
• Support with sensory needs and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with teachers and other staff to follow individual support plans.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement through a calm, nurturing approach.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Early Years experience

Patience and empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

safeguarding

Job description

Early Years SEN Support Worker - Loughborough

Location: Loughborough

Salary: £105 per day

Contract: Monday to Friday, term time only

Start Date: Immediate / ongoing

Aspire People are currently looking for an Early Years SEN Support Worker to join a welcoming setting in Loughborough. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young children and has experience supporting children with special educational needs.

You will provide practical and emotional support to children within the early years environment, helping them feel settled, confident and ready to learn.

The Role

• Support children with a range of additional needs within an Early Years setting
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required
• Help children develop their communication, social and independence skills
• Support with sensory needs and emotional regulation
• Work closely with teachers and other staff to follow individual support plans
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement through a calm, nurturing approach
• Help create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children with SEN is essential
• Experience within an Early Years, nursery or school environment
• A patient, caring and supportive approach
• Understanding of autism, communication needs or other additional needs would be beneficial
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Why Aspire People?

• Competitive daily rate of £105
• Monday to Friday, term time only
• Ongoing opportunities across Loughborough and Leicestershire
• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to a wide range of education settings
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's development

If you have experience supporting young children with SEN and are looking for a rewarding role in Loughborough, we would love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks