SEND Teaching Assistant

Job Advertisement: SEND Early Years Teaching Assistant

Location:

Kingston Upon Thames

Position: SEND Early Years Teaching Assistant
Type:
Full-time
Salary: £85.00 - £95.00 per day

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated SEND Early Years Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the development and education of children in early years settings, working closely with the class teacher and other staff members.

• Assist in the planning and delivery of engaging and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of children.
• Foster a safe and inclusive environment for all children.
• Observe and assess children's progress, maintaining accurate records.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and other staff to enhance the learning experience.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and safeguarding procedures.
• Assist with the preparation of learning materials and classroom organization.

• Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification (or equivalent), desirable, not essential.
• Previous experience in an early years or nursery setting.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, caring, and enthusiastic attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Commitment to staff well-being and continuous improvement.

If you are passionate about early years education and are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role as soon as possible.

Join us in shaping the future for our youngest learners!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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