Job Description
SEN Teaching Assistant (Nursery - High Needs) - Full Time
Location: Hackney - Manor House
Start Date: ASAP - with trial
Duration: Full time until the end of the school year
Pay: £95 per day, increasing to £116 per day
Role Overview
This role will involve supporting a high-needs pupil in the mornings (Autism; feeding tube in place - no feeding to be administered in school) and working with a range of high needs pupils in the afternoons across the nursery setting. The successful candidate will be a confident practitioner who is experienced in EYFS and supporting children with complex needs
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism and high needs
Support a range of high needs nursery pupils during afternoon sessions
Assist with personal care, including toileting and hygiene routines
Support access to learning through differentiated activities and targeted interventions
Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation
Work closely with class teachers, SENDCo, and other staff to implement personalised strategies and support plans
Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and planning
Required Experience & Skills
Extensive EYFS experience, especially within a nursery setting
Significant experience supporting high needs pupils, including Autism
Experience with personal care and toileting
Confidence supporting pupils with complex medical needs (feeding tube present - no feeding required)
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Calm, patient, and resilient approach
Knowledge of SEND support strategies and best practice
What We Offer
A supportive and inclusive school environment
Ongoing training and development
A rewarding role supporting children with high needs
📧 Apply today by sending your CV to stephanie.watson@sanzateaching.com
📞 Or call Stephanie Watson on 020 7845 6240 to discuss this opportunity in more detail.
At SANZA Teaching Agency, we listen, we learn, we deliver - because education matters.
