Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant – Houghton Regis

About the role

This temporary full‑time position supports children in Nursery and Reception who have Special Educational Needs. You will help them develop confidence, communication and a love of learning in a nurturing early years environment.

Key responsibilities

• Support children with SEN in Nursery and Reception classes.
• Deliver one‑to‑one and small‑group interventions.
• Promote speech, language, social and emotional development through play‑based activities.
• Collaborate closely with the class teacher, SENCO and external professionals.
• Create a safe, positive and engaging classroom atmosphere.

Required profile

• Experience working with children in an Early Years or SEN setting (school, nursery or childcare).
• Patient, calm and genuinely passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Proactive, reliable and willing to engage in all aspects of school life.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive daily pay (£95‑£105 per day).
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant.
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses via The National College.
• Opportunities for long‑term and permanent positions.
• Simple PAYE payroll with no umbrella companies.