SEN Teaching Assistant

Full-Time Early Years SEN Practitioner – Level 3 CACHE Qualified
Location: South Harrow, London
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Full-time (Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Are you a passionate and nurturing childcare professional with experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are currently seeking a Level 3 CACHE-qualified Early Years Practitioner to join a warm and inclusive early years setting in South Harrow this September.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about supporting young children with additional needs and helping them flourish in a supportive, play-based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and small group support for children with SEN, including those with autism, speech & language delays, and developmental challenges

• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities

• Work closely with the SENCO, Room Leader, and parents to deliver tailored support

• Maintain accurate observations and contribute to EHCPs and IEPs

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children in line with safeguarding and EYFS guidelines

• Promote a positive, inclusive environment that supports each child’s unique needs

Requirements:

• Level 3 CACHE Diploma in Childcare and Education (or equivalent qualification)

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs in an early years setting

• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework

• Excellent communication, patience, and organisational skills

• A genuine passion for early childhood development and inclusion

• Up-to-date Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

• Eligibility to work in the UK

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.