At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with Special Educational Needs in nurseries and primary schools.
- Company: Join Protocol Education, a leader in Early Years education.
- Benefits: Flexible roles, competitive pay, and dedicated support from consultants.
- Other info: Gain valuable experience and opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and help them thrive.
- Qualifications: Experience with children or a passion for Early Years education.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Are you passionate about Early Years education and making a positive difference to children with Special Educational Needs? Protocol Education is looking for compassionate and enthusiastic Early Years SEN Support Assistants to join our team, supporting children within private nurseries and Nursery and Reception classes in mainstream primary schools. These rewarding roles involve working closely with young children who require additional support to access learning, develop communication skills, build confidence and achieve important developmental milestones.
Your day could include:
- Providing dedicated 1:1 support for children with additional needs
- Supporting children during play-based learning and structured classroom activities
- Encouraging speech, language, communication and social interaction
- Helping children develop independence and self-care skills
- Promoting positive behaviour through consistency and encouragement
- Working alongside teachers, nursery practitioners, SENCOs and families to ensure every child receives the support they need
You’ll be supporting children with a range of additional needs, including:
- Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
- Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
- ADHD
- Global Developmental Delay
- Sensory processing needs
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with children in Early Years, childcare, nursery or school settings
- Has experience supporting children with SEN or a genuine interest in developing within this area
- Is caring, patient and resilient
- Enjoys building strong relationships with young children
- Is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child can flourish
Why work with Protocol Education?
- Opportunities in both private nurseries and mainstream primary schools
- Flexible daily supply, part-time and long-term roles available
- Competitive weekly PAYE pay
- A dedicated consultant who will match you with roles that suit your experience and preferences
- The opportunity to gain valuable experience across a variety of Early Years settings
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can help children overcome barriers to learning and give them the very best start in education, we'd love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
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'. 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.
Early Years SEN Support Assistant in London employer: Protocol Education Ltd
Join a nurturing nursery setting in LS11 where your passion for early years education can truly shine. We prioritise a supportive work culture that values your contributions, offers ongoing professional development, and fosters strong relationships with children and their families. With a focus on creating a safe and engaging environment, you'll find every day rewarding as you help little learners thrive.
