At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young children with additional needs in a nurturing EYFS environment.
- Company: Step Teachers, dedicated to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, exclusive discounts, and well-being services for your overall wellness.
- Other info: Long-term role starting September 2026 with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills in a supportive setting.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND, strong communication skills, and a nurturing approach.
The predicted salary is between 22500 - 27500 £ per year.
The inspection report describes a nurturing and structured learning environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and understood. Staff work closely together to provide consistent routines and individualised support that help pupils re-engage with learning and develop confidence. Leadership shows a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and ongoing improvement, ensuring pupils’ emotional well-being and personal development are prioritised.
This role offers a full-time, long-term temporary and ongoing opportunity starting in September 2026. The EYFS SEND Teaching Assistant will support young children with additional needs in an early years setting, helping them feel secure, engaged, and ready to learn. This role is ideal for a caring and patient individual who enjoys working closely with pupils to support communication, regulation, and early development within a calm and supportive environment.
Duties:
- Support children with SEND within an EYFS setting on a one-to-one or small group basis
- Assist pupils to access learning through play-based and structured activities
- Support children’s communication, social, and emotional development
- Promote positive routines, emotional regulation, and independence
- Work closely with the class teacher and SEN staff to follow support plans
- Adapt activities and resources to meet individual needs
- Provide reassurance and support during transitions and challenging moments
- Maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
- Observe and share information about pupil progress and well-being
- Uphold safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety responsibilities at all times
Ideal Candidate:
- Experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within EYFS
- Understanding of early child development and inclusive practice
- Calm, patient, and nurturing approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to build trusting, positive relationships with young children
- Flexible and responsive to individual needs
- Reliable and committed to a long-term role
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
Your salary – dependent on experience – is paid weekly through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.
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