EYFS SEN TA in London)

Are you passionate about supporting young children with special educational needs in their early development? Do you have experience working with children with physical needs or disabilities and want to make a meaningful impact from the very start of their educational journey?

Role: EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant - Full Time

Pay: £95 - £105 per day

Start Date: 01/09/26 - Trials Ongoing

Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday - Term time

Length: Whole of Academic Year - Temp to Perm

Location: London Borough of Islington

We are currently recruiting a caring, patient, and proactive EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Islington. This role is based within the Early Years setting, supporting children at a crucial stage of their development, including pupils with physical needs and disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about early childhood education and inclusive practice, and who is eager to support children in building strong foundations for learning, communication, and independence.

The Role:

• Full-time EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant position within an Early Years setting
• Supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including physical disabilities, ASD, and developmental delays
• Providing 1:1 support, including assistance with mobility, personal care, and access to learning activities where required
• Supporting children's early communication, social interaction, and sensory development
• Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and external professionals
• Helping to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about working with young children with SEN, particularly in Early Years
• Experience supporting children with physical needs and/or disabilities (highly desirable)
• Comfortable supporting with personal care and mobility needs where required
• Patient, nurturing, and attentive to individual needs
• Experience in a school, nursery, or care setting (desirable but not essential)
• Keen to develop skills in SEN, early childhood development, or therapy-related fields
• Able to commit to a full-time role in Islington

This role is ideal for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, occupational therapists, or speech and language therapists who are looking to gain valuable, hands-on experience in an Early Years SEN setting. The school offers a supportive team environment, ongoing training, and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in children's early development. If you are interested in this rewarding EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant role in Islington, apply now!