Nursery assistant (SEN)
Job description
Nursery assistant (SEN Specialism)
Role: Early Years Teacher with SEN Specialism
Location: Bury
The Role
We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support children, including those with Special Educational Needs. Previous SEN experience is not essential, but experience of being around or supporting children with additional needs is highly valued.
This is an ideal role for someone who is eager to learn, deeply child-focused and passionate about inclusion in the Early Years.
What We’re Looking For
- A warm, patient and nurturing approach
- An interest in SEN and inclusive practice
- Experience working with young children (formal or informal)
- Willingness to learn and develop SEN knowledge
- Ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit team
What We Offer
- A welcoming and lovely working environment
- Supportive colleagues and strong leadership
- Training and development opportunities, including SEN-focused support
- The chance to make a meaningful difference to children’s early development
How to Apply
Apply with an up-to-date CV and a member of our team will be in touch ASAP.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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