Reception SEN Teaching Assistant

Reception SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Lambeth, South London
Contract: Full-time | Long-term
Working Pattern: Monday–Friday, term-time only
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £108.35 per day

Reception SEN Teaching Assistant – BSL & PEG Feeding

Pertemps Education Network is working in partnership with a primary school in Lambeth to recruit a dedicated and experienced Reception SEN Teaching Assistant with British Sign Language (BSL) skills and experience supporting children with complex medical needs, including PEG feeding.

This is an excellent opportunity for a nurturing, patient andproactive individual who is passionate about supporting young children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to provide tailored support for a Reception-aged pupil, helping them access learning, communicate effectively and develop their independence in a safe and inclusive environment.

The Role

As a Reception SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide individualised support throughout the school day, adapting activities and communication methods to meet the pupil’s specific needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing dedicated one-to-one support for a Reception-aged pupil with additional needs.
• Using British Sign Language (BSL) to facilitate communication, interaction and access to learning.
• Supporting a pupil with complex needs, including assisting with communication, social development and emotional regulation.
• Supporting PEG feeding in accordance with the pupil’s individual care plan, school policies and appropriate training.
• Assisting with personal care and other daily living needs where required.
• Adapting classroom activities to support engagement, participation and progress across the EYFS curriculum.
• Working collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO, healthcare professionals and other support staff.
• Promoting independence, dignity, safety and positive learning experiences throughout the school day.

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:

• BSL Level 1 or Level 2, with the confidence to use signing to support a young child’s communication.
• Previous experience supporting children of Reception age within a primary school, nursery or specialist SEN setting.
• Experience supporting children with complex needs, communication difficulties or disabilities.
• Experience with PEG feeding, or a willingness to undertake the appropriate training before carrying out the procedure.
• A willingness to undertake personal care duties where required.
• A calm, patient and compassionate approach, with the ability to build trusting relationships with young children.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding, pupil welfare and inclusive practice.

Candidates with experience supporting pupils with hearing impairment, autism, speech and language needs or other complex needs will be particularly welcome.

Why Apply Through Pertemps Education Network?

• A rewarding, long-term opportunity within a primary school in Lambeth.
• Competitive daily pay, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a young child’s communication, learning and development.
• Valuable experience supporting a pupil with specialist communication and medical needs.

Apply Today

If you have BSL skills, experience supporting young children with SEND and an interest in developing your experience with complex needs, we would love to hear from you.
 
Please contact Charlie Hayes on:
E: charlie.hayes@pertempseducation.co.uk
M: 07758 135 941