EYFS Teaching Assistant

Role: EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant

School:
Primary

Location:

New Malden

Contract:

Full-time (Monday - Friday 8:30am - 3:30am)

Start date:

23rd February 2026

We are a welcoming and inclusive Church of England Infant School in the heart of New Malden, rooted in strong Christian values of care, respect and community. Our school provides a nurturing, safe and stimulating environment where every child is encouraged to flourish academically, socially and emotionally. We pride ourselves on our supportive staff team, positive relationships with families, and our commitment to meeting the needs of all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs.

We are seeking a caring and dedicated EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant to support a child with additional needs within our Early Years setting. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers, the SENCo and other professionals to help pupils access learning and achieve their full potential.

• Providing one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN
• Supporting children's learning, development and emotional wellbeing
• Assisting with the implementation of individual support plans and interventions
• Encouraging positive behaviour and inclusion within the classroom
• Supporting pupils with personal care where required
• Contributing to observations, assessments and record keeping
• Upholding the Christian ethos and values of the school

We are looking for someone who is patient, enthusiastic and passionate about supporting young children with additional needs.

• Have experience working with children in EYFS, particularly those with SEN
• Be caring, calm and able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Show initiative and be able to work effectively as part of a team
• Have good communication skills and a flexible approach
• Be committed to inclusion and safeguarding
• Support and respect the ethos of a Church of England school

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.