Early Years Teaching Assistant (SEN)

TN United Kingdom; Poole; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Poole is seeking an Early Years Teaching Assistant to support children, especially those with special educational needs. The role emphasizes creating an inclusive environment while fostering trust and communication with students. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, particularly in SEN. Opportunities for professional development are provided.

Benefits

Free professional development courses

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN is advantageous.
• Minimum GCSE in English and Maths required.

Responsibilities

• Support educational and developmental needs of young children.
• Create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Education

GCSE grade 4 or above in English and Maths

NVQ/CACHE/Early Years Certificate

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Early Years Teaching Assistant (SEN), Poole

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Poole, United Kingdom

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Education

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Early Years Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching is working with an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted-rated SEN School recruiting dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistants for their Early Years Hub based in Poole, Dorset.

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will be an essential part of a dedicated team supporting the educational and developmental needs of young children, particularly those with special educational needs (SEN). This role focuses on creating a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment that enables every child to achieve their full potential.

The School is looking for supportive, non-judgemental, patient, approachable, positive, and flexible individuals. You must be able to communicate with pupils in a manner that encourages and supports them, building trusting relationships.

Previous experience working within EYFS is desirable. Experience supporting children with SEN would be an advantage. A team player with patience, understanding, and a willingness to develop is essential.

Working hours are –

Contract Details – Early Years Teaching Assistant

• Location – Poole, Dorset
• Position – Early Years Teaching Assistant
• Contract type – Long-Term
• Duration / Likely Duration – Temp/Perm
• Minimum rate of pay – £ per hour

Experience, Training, and Qualifications:

• Minimum GCSE, or equivalent, grade 4 or above in English and Maths.
• Advantageous: NVQ/CACHE/Early Years Certificate
• Experience working with children with SEN, such as Autism, Complex Needs, Physical and/or Medical Disabilities
• Training in SEN aspects, ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, is advantageous.

To be eligible for this role through Prospero Teaching, you must:

• Hold right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child-related references

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management