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Job Title: Nursery Specialist 1:1 Teaching Assistant Location: St Helens Hours: Full time About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Nursery Specialist 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work closely with pupils who are non-verbal and require personalised support. This is a rewarding role for someone committed to inclusive practice and supporting young children with complex needs to access learning, communication, and daily routines. You will work under the direction of the class teacher and the SENCO to provide tailored support that enables pupils to feel safe, engaged, and supported within the nursery environment. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 support for pupils who are non-verbal, supporting communication through appropriate methods (e.g. visual aids, PECS, Makaton, AAC). Support pupils with personal care, including toileting and hygiene. Assist pupils in navigating the classroom environment, routines, and transitions throughout the day. Support access to the Early Years curriculum, adapting activities to meet individual needs. Promote pupils social, emotional, and communication development. Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, therapists, and parents/carers. Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and support plans. Ensure a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment at all times. The Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience working with young children with SEND, particularly non-verbal pupils (nursery or early years experience desirable). Confidence and sensitivity when providing personal care. A calm, patient, and empathetic approach. An understanding of child development and inclusive practice. Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Desirable (but not essential) Training or experience in Makaton, PECS, or AAC. Experience supporting pupils with autism or complex needs. Relevant childcare or teaching assistant qualifications. We Offer A supportive and inclusive working environment. Opportunities for training and professional development. The chance to make a meaningful difference in a child s early learning journey. Safeguarding This role is subject to enhanced safeguarding checks, including a Child Enhanced DBS on the Update Service. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. To apply: Please submit your application, or contact Mia on (phone number removed) or (url removed) All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

Long Term Futures is currently recruiting a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to become part of a dynamic school environment situated within the Richmond upon Thames area. This crucial support position involves specalising in the academic and emotional development of pupils, primarily in Early Years (EYFS) or Key Stage 1 (KS1) . We are committed to placing candidates in consistent, long-term roles that frequently lead to permanent contracts . To streamline the hiring process, we often utilise short paid trial days instead of traditional interviews to guarantee mutual suitability. Key Responsibilities Delivering essential in-class support to young pupils. Actively promoting positive conduct and socialisation skills. Contributing to the enhancement of pupil confidence and motivation. Engaging in a collaborative partnership with class teachers regarding lesson preparation and tracking progress. Essential Requirements Established previous experience as a Primary Teaching Assistant is mandatory. Proven background working within the Early Years Foundation Stage or Key Stage 1 . Possessing a naturally caring and encouraging style when guiding primary-aged pupils. Excellent capacity to build rapport with children, colleagues, and parents. Benefits Secure, ongoing employment with a clear pathway to a school-based permanent role. Personalised support from a specialist, dedicated consultant . Opportunity for complimentary Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions (e.g., training on Autism Awareness). The option for a paid trial day in lieu of a standard interview process. Application Process Send your (CV) for review. Have an initial discussion with Jack at Long Term Futures. Finalise necessary compliance checks (including Right to Work, DBS, and professional references). Complete a short video interview focused on safeguarding best practice. Attend a school trial day or formal interview to meet the staff. Upon a successful outcome, you begin your new assignment! Keen to learn more about this position or other local vacancies? Please reach out directly to Jack at Long Term Futures to discuss Primary Teaching Assistant roles and other teaching opportunities currently available in Richmond and the surrounding areas . Primary Teaching Assistant Commutable Areas: (Via Public Transport and Car) Twickenham, Chiswick, Isleworth, Putney, Kingston upon Thames, Hounslow, Wimbledon To be considered for a trial day, all candidates must provide an up-to-date DBS certificate and two professional references .

Your new company Hays Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a Northwich-based specialist SEND school that supports pupils with complex and profound needs between the ages of 4 - 11. This is an extremely supporting and welcoming school that requires long-term full-time support from an experienced SEN professional for a small EYFS class for pupils with complex and medical needs. Your new role In your new role as a teaching assistant within this school, you will be joining a team of like-minded SEN professionals. You will offer comprehensive child-led support within a small EYFS class consisting of 7 pupils with complex and profound needs. The pupils you will be supporting are all extremely loving but, due to their needs, do not have capacity. You will work alongside the class teacher and three other teaching assistants and your duties will include: Completing speech and language support Mobility support Working alongside external specialists, including speech and language and physio therapists Completing personal/intimate care requirements What you'll need to succeed To be considered in your application, you must have full "Right to Work" in the UK, referenceable experience supporting complex and profound needs, and: Be able to commit to a full-time contract 32.5 hours per week Experience supporting mobility needs Experience supporting speech and language requirements Be comfortable completing personal and intimate care requirements What you'll get in return If you are successful in your application, you will receive the full support, dedication and guidance of a senior DfE accredited recruitment consultant, as well as a wide range of benefits, that include: Free training Upfront cost of DBS covered Long-term contract Competitive rate of pay Full holiday entitlement Company pension scheme Access to exclusive vacancies Refer a Friend scheme What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Neurodiversity Teaching Assistant Are you a graduate looking for an exciting new opportunity and have a passion for SEN? It's estimated that 15%-20% of children and young people in the UK are neurodivergent. Neurodiversity comes in all different forms, and it is important that children are supported in whichever works best for them, in order to thrive within education! Are you looking for a career that is both rewarding and motivating? This vibrant, fun-filled, caring and supportive school where the development, happiness and well-being of our pupils are at the heart of everything they do, are looking for compassionate individuals to provide support for pupils with various Special Educational & Emotional Needs or those requiring additional guidance. This role will begin in September as a full-time role across EYFS, KS1, KS2. You will be working alongside a compassionate team, who are dedicated to getting it right for each pupil! The ideal candidate for this Neurodiversity Teaching Assistant would be a graduate searching for the perfect role to start their career in education, or an individual passionate about SEN who is looking to work with the best specialist staff and equipment. Neurodiversity Teaching Assistant Job Description Teaching Assistant providing SEN Support Starting September 2025 105 - 110 per day Full-time, full academic year, term-time only. Based in Bexley About the Neurodiversity Teaching Assistant Provide support for pupils across EYFS, KS1 & KS2 with SEN & behavioural requirements Use your initiative to provide support to various children Strong inclusion team to support you Ideal Neurodiversity Teaching Assistant A passion for education and creating an inspirational environment for all pupils to flourish within Previous experience working with children Creative, confident and caring Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A passion in supporting those with Special Educational Needs If you are interested in this Neurodiversity Teaching Assistant then apply now! Send your CV to Alex at EdEx and you will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted!) Neurodiversity Teaching Assistant INDTA