Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant

Supporting Every Child's First Steps in Learning

Are you passionate about early childhood development and inclusive education?
A wonderful specialist setting in Leeds is looking for two caring and proactive Early Years SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting difference by supporting children with Autism, communication needs, and developmental delays as they begin their learning journey.

As an Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping children develop essential skills through play-based, sensory, and communication-focused learning. Working alongside experienced teachers and therapists, you'll support children both 1:1 and in small groups to help them grow in confidence, independence, and joy.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Providing tailored support to children with a range of SEND needs

• Encouraging early progress in speech, movement, social interaction, and play

• Supporting learning through sensory exploration, visuals, music, and structured routines

• Promoting emotional regulation and positive communication

• Using tools such as PECS, Makaton, visual schedules, and communication boards (training provided)

• Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and therapists to deliver consistent, child-centred support

We're looking for individuals who bring warmth, creativity, and dedication to every interaction. You might be:

• An experienced Early Years practitioner or Teaching Assistant

• A health, care, or childcare professional looking to transition into education

• A graduate in Psychology, Education, or Child Development

• Someone with lived or voluntary experience supporting children with SEND

You'll be:

• Calm, patient, and compassionate

• Confident supporting children with communication and sensory needs

• Eager to learn and contribute to a supportive team environment

This specialist setting is known for its nurturing, holistic approach and strong sense of teamwork. The school offers:

• Purpose-built classrooms and well-equipped sensory rooms

• Safe outdoor learning and play spaces

• A focus on communication, wellbeing, and progress at each child's own pace

• A supportive and skilled team who work collaboratively to help every child thrive

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (term-time only)

• Start date: September

• Contract: Long-term temporary, with potential for permanence

• Flexible options: Full-time or part-time

• Competitive pay, paid weekly

• Excellent CPD and training opportunities

• Pathways into therapy, SEN teaching, or permanent school roles

• A supportive, people-first agency that values your growth and wellbeing

If you're ready to help children take their first steps towards confidence and independence, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey as an Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant!

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. All applicants will undergo comprehensive safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (Update Service preferred). Pay rates are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.