Ortus Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming, mainstream primary school in Vauxhall who are seeking a patient, nurturing EYFS Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a child in Early Years with emerging additional needs. This is a full-time role within a supportive Early Years setting, ideal for someone passionate about inclusive education and early development.

The Role

You will provide calm, consistent, and child-centred 1:1 support to help a young child feel safe, understood, and able to access learning. The child presents with:

• Social communication differences
• Language delay
• Sensory processing needs

Working closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and external professionals (including Speech & Language and Occupational Therapy), you will play a key role in implementing tailored strategies to support communication, regulation, and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day
• Support communication development using strategies from the class team and Speech & Language professionals
• Implement a personalised Occupational Therapy programme to support sensory and emotional regulation
• Use visual supports, routines, and sensory strategies to aid transitions
• Deliver play-based, practical, and sensory-informed learning approaches
• Take a reflective and curious approach to behaviour, identifying and removing barriers to learning
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive peer interactions
• Support the child during swimming sessions
• Promote outdoor learning and movement opportunities
• Respond warmly to the child’s affectionate nature while maintaining professional boundaries
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCo to monitor and support progress

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience supporting children in EYFS or with additional needs (SEN experience desirable)
• Is calm, patient, nurturing, and adaptable
• Understands or is willing to learn about sensory processing and communication strategies
• Can maintain high expectations while being responsive in the moment
• Is reflective and proactive in supporting behaviour and regulation
• Works well as part of a team
• Is available with a maximum 1 week notice period

The School

• Supportive mainstream primary school in Vauxhall
• Strong Early Years provision
• Collaborative SEN team
• Child-centred and inclusive ethos
• Excellent transport links

Benefits

• Competitive daily rate: £93 – £105 PAYE
• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child’s early development

If you are passionate about supporting young children with additional needs and want to work in a nurturing, inclusive Early Years environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to Ortus Recruitment.

EYFS Teaching Assistant | Vauxhall | £93 – £105 PAYE | Full Time | Immediate Start

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