EYFS SEND Teaching Assistant

Salary/Rate:£90 - £100 per day
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Barking and Dagenham
County:North East London
Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
Job ref:9442
Post Date:16.05.25
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About the Role

Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant
Specialising in ASD & Complex Needs
Mainstream Primary – ARP Setting

Temp to Perm Opportunity 

£90 - £100 per day PAYE

Are you passionate about supporting young children with special educational needs? A welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in London is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team within a dedicated Autism Resource Provision (ARP).

This school takes pride in its strong inclusive ethos. The ARP supports pupils with autism and complex needs while ensuring they remain connected to the wider school community. The ARP itself is a nurturing, structured environment tailored to meet the individual needs of each child, with a strong focus on early communication, emotional development, and cognitive growth.

In this role, you’ll be working closely with reception-aged children, helping to deliver a personalised curriculum and encouraging their development in a calm, supportive setting.

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience supporting children with SEND is ideal, but not essential
  • A genuine interest in working with children with autism and complex needs
  • Perhaps you have a background in Early Years or Nursery work and want to transition into SEND
  • Or maybe you’ve supported a family member with SEND and want to bring that empathy and understanding to a school setting

If you're considering a career in SEND and want to make a meaningful impact, this could be the perfect opportunity to start or grow your journey.

Why work with us?
Honest, supportive career guidance
Long-term roles with temp-to-perm potential
PAYE pay – no umbrella companies
Access to exclusive roles before they go public
Deep expertise in SEND recruitment
Free online training & development hub
Ongoing 1:1 support and interview prep
A personalised approach – we match you to the right school

Interested? Let’s chat.
Call Elisha on 0203 011 4848
Email: elisha@psinclusion.co.uk

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