EYFS Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures; Harrow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures in Harrow are seeking an experienced EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs in the Early Years, helping with communication, social development and fostering independence within daily activities.

The role is full-time and long-term temporary, starting September, with responsibilities including 1:1 and small-group SEN support, assisting with early phonics, literacy and numeracy, and collaborating with the class teacher and SENCo to follow EHCP

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN in EYFS or primary.
• Understanding of ASD, speech and language needs is desirable.
• Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, visual timetables or sensory strategies is advantageous.
• Good understanding of child development and the EYFS Framework.
• Patient, nurturing and consistent approach.
• Confident working with children who require extra support.
• Available for a full-time, long-term position from September.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional needs within the EYFS environment.
• Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN support.
• Help develop communication, language and interaction skills.
• Use visual resources, modelling and repetition to support understanding.
• Encourage engagement with both structured activities and learning through play.
• Support early phonics, literacy and numeracy at an appropriate developmental level.
• Help pupils manage routines, transitions and the expectations of the school day.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to follow individual support plans and EHCP targets.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Observation skills

Communication support

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant (BBBH1593) Harrow, England

EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant – Early Years Support
Harrow, HA3 (commutable from Kenton, Harrow & Wealdstone, Stanmore, Kingsbury and Wembley)
£110–£120 per day
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary

Long Term Futures is recruiting an experienced EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Harrow this September. This position is focused on supporting young children with special educational needs within the Early Years, combining learning support with communication, social development and helping pupils become increasingly independent. The school is looking for someone who understands that progress in EYFS can look very different for children with additional needs. You'll need to be patient, observant and confident adapting your approach to the individual child.

Your Role

As an EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children with additional needs within the EYFS environment
• Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN support
• Help develop communication, language and interaction skills
• Use visual resources, modelling and repetition to support understanding
• Encourage engagement with both structured activities and learning through play
• Support early phonics, literacy and numeracy at an appropriate developmental level
• Help pupils manage routines, transitions and the expectations of the school day
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to follow individual support plans and EHCP targets

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN within EYFS or primary education
• Understanding of ASD, speech and language or communication needs is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, visual timetables or sensory strategies would be advantageous
• Good understanding of child development and the EYFS Framework
• Patient, nurturing and consistent approach
• Confident working closely with children who require additional support
• Available for a full-time, long-term position from September

Why Long Term Futures?

Long Term Futures specialises in long-term and permanent education placements, matching experienced support staff with schools where they can develop, build relationships and make a sustained impact. You'll receive weekly pay, access to free SEN and EYFS CPD, and ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS and satisfactory references.