Early Years LSA - Philosophy Education Ltd : Job Details

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• 1 to 1
• EYFS (reception class)
• Walthamstow Primary School
• Immediate start
• Ongoing contract

A primary school in Walthamstow are seeking a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to support a child on a 1 to 1 basis in reception.

The Role

In this SEN Teaching Assistant role you will be supporting a child with Special Needs in the school’s reception class. The child has an EHCP and their needs include Autism (non-verbal) and a Visual Impairment and you will work closely with the school’s SENCO to prepare activities to meet their needs. There will be a focus on communication and interaction, regulation, sensory development as well as supporting the them to access whole class/school activities. 

The school are seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant with the following: 

• SEND experience – working with children with Autism including non-verbal / Visual Impairment
• Experience of working with EYFS age children (3-5)
• Knowledge of non-verbal method of communication

This role is offered on a full-time contract basis with an immediate start.

The School

This all-through primary school is based in Walthamstow and is part of a larger schools trust with excellent support and professional development opportunities. The school has a long-history which they are very proud of and ensure the culture and traditions are maintained as well as adapting and listening to pupils and the community to develop and exciting and inclusive learning environment.

The school benefits from a dedicated and experienced leadership team who work hard to ensure all students reach their potential.

If you are experienced in supporting children with SEN and can help this child as they start full-time education, please apply asap!