SEN Teaching Assistant

Teach-Now; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

Refer a friend £150

CPD training access

Job summary

Teach Now in London invites applications for an Early Years Teaching Assistant to support learning and daily routines in a Camden primary school, focusing on EYFS play-based activities and inclusive practice.

You will work with the class teacher and Early Years team to nurture development, support children with SEN, and build confidence through play, language development and positive relationships.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Nursery, Reception or Early Years setting.
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework.
• A warm, patient approach and confidence supporting young children.
• Strong communication, teamwork and initiative.
• A Level 3 Early Years qualification is preferred.
• Experience supporting children with SEN is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support engaging, play-based activities across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
• Develop childrens communication, language, social and emotional skills.
• Work with individuals and small groups, adapting support to different developmental and learning needs.
• Help children with SEN participate in activities and build independence.
• Support daily routines and maintain a safe, welcoming classroom.
• Observe childrens progress and share feedback with the class teacher.

Job description

London, United Kingdom | Posted on 14/09/2026

Help children build confidence, discover new interests and develop a love of learning. Teach Now is recruiting a caring, experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Camden.

Working within the schools Early Years provision, you will support childrens learning, development and daily routines, including those with special educational needs. This role would suit a patient, enthusiastic practitioner who enjoys helping young children thrive through play, exploration and positive relationships.

About the school

The school offers a supportive primary setting where you will work closely with the class teacher and wider Early Years team. Together, you will create a nurturing, stimulating and inclusive environment that helps children feel secure and ready to learn.

Your responsibilities

• Support engaging, play-based activities across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
• Develop childrens communication, language, social and emotional skills.
• Work with individuals and small groups, adapting support to different developmental and learning needs.
• Help children with SEN participate in activities and build independence.
• Support daily routines and maintain a safe, welcoming classroom.
• Observe childrens progress and share feedback with the class teacher.

What were looking for

• Previous experience in a Nursery, Reception or Early Years setting.
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework.
• A warm, patient approach and confidence supporting young children.
• Strong communication, teamwork and initiative.
• A Level 3 Early Years qualification is preferred.
• Experience supporting children with SEN is advantageous.

What this role offers

• A long‑term opportunity to build relationships and see childrens development over time.
• Close collaboration with a supportive Early Years team.
• Varied, creative work centred on play and early learning.
• The opportunity to strengthen your experience in inclusive Early Years practice.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.