EYFS SEN ARP Teaching Assistant

Location: Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire
Role Type: Full-Time Term-Time Only
Salary:FTE
Start Date: ASAP

About the School

Our Hemel Hempstead-based primary school prides itself on being an inclusive and nurturing environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive. Catering to children from Reception through Year 6 including pupils with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) ADHD speech and language difficulties and social-emotional challenges our school is committed to providing a high-quality education tailored to individual needs.

We have a dedicated ARP (Additional Resource Provision) unit which works alongside mainstream classrooms to support pupils with complex learning needs ensuring they receive personalised care and attention. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with children in both EYFS and ARP/SEN settings supporting their development academically socially and emotionally.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our Hemel Hempstead team. The successful candidate will work across EYFS mainstream and ARP classrooms providing individualised support for children with SEND while assisting teachers in delivering engaging lessons.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Supporting children one-to-one and in small groups ensuring learning objectives are met

• Implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) behaviour support plans and sensory interventions

• Assisting teachers with classroom organisation lesson planning and activity preparation

• Promoting positive behaviour social-emotional development and resilience among pupils

• Supporting transitions between ARP units and mainstream classrooms

This role is ideal for a candidate who is patient adaptable and passionate about inclusive education and who thrives on making a tangible difference in childrens lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored interventions to pupils with a range of SEND needs including autism ADHD and social-emotional challenges

• Provide support during lessons assisting with tasks encouraging engagement and reinforcing learning

• Assist with playtime and lunchtime supervision ensuring children are safe and engaged in appropriate activities

• Maintain detailed records of pupil progress behaviour and achievements for teacher and SENCo review

• Collaborate with staff and specialists to implement behaviour management strategies sensory breaks and learning supports

• Assist with preparation of classroom resources visual timetables and multi-sensory learning materials

• Support pupils in developing independence self-regulation and social skills

• Participate in staff meetings professional development and training sessions on SEN EYFS and behaviour management

• Support exam and assessment procedures where required ensuring a fair and supportive environment

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working in EYFS primary school or SEN/ARP settings

• Qualifications such as Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant NCFE Support Work in Schools CACHE or equivalent

• Knowledge of autism ADHD SEMH and other additional needs

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with children staff and families

• Patience empathy and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations

• Familiarity with safeguarding procedures behaviour management strategies and child protection policies

• The ability to adapt quickly to new classrooms children and learning environments

Training and Development

The school invests in its staff providing:

• SEN-specific training on autism ADHD speech and language support and SEMH strategies

• EYFS-focused workshops on play-based learning early literacy numeracy and holistic child development

• Mentoring from experienced staff in SEN and ARP provision

• Access to career progression opportunities within EYFS SEN and ARP pathways

• Opportunities to collaborate with peers share best practices and innovate classroom strategies

Why Work With Us

This role offers the chance to directly impact childrens lives supporting their learning development and wellbeing. You will work in a supportive and collaborative environment where your experience and contributions are valued.

The school promotes a culture of professional growth inclusion and wellbeing offering staff the tools and resources they need to succeed. By joining our Hemel Hempstead team you will help ensure every child regardless of their needs has the opportunity to flourish academically and socially.

Commitment to Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils.

All staff are required to hold a current enhanced DBS check and adhere to school policies regarding child protection health and safety.