EYFS Teaching Assistant – Primary School with Strong SEN Focus (Camden, North London)

Location: Camden North London
Job Title: EYFS Teaching Assistant
Contract Type: Full-Time Term-Time Only
Start Date: ASAP or Next Term
Salary: Competitive dependent on experience

School Overview

This well-established and inclusive primary school in Camden is recognised for its strong commitment to early intervention inclusive practice and high-quality Early Years education. Situated in a vibrant inner-city community the school supports a diverse pupil population and places particular emphasis on early language development emotional wellbeing and SEN support within EYFS.

The EYFS provision is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of all learners combining structured routines with rich play-based learning opportunities. Indoor and outdoor environments are carefully planned to support exploration communication and independence. Teaching Assistants are highly valued members of the team and play a central role in supporting pupils learning behaviour and development.

Due to an increase in pupils requiring additional support in Nursery and Reception the school is now seeking a skilled and compassionate EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team.

Role Purpose

The EYFS Teaching Assistant will support children aged 35 helping them to develop early literacy numeracy communication and social skills. You will work closely with the class teacher and EYFS Lead to support both adult-led activities and child-initiated play.

A significant element of this role involves supporting children with high-needs SEN including autism speech and language delay global developmental delay and emotional or behavioural needs. You will help ensure that all children can access learning and feel safe supported and confident within the school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support EYFS learning activities in line with the EYFS framework

• Provide one-to-one and small group interventions for targeted support

• Support pupils with SEN including ASD ADHD and communication needs

• Assist with phonics early reading mark-making and early maths

• Promote positive behaviour emotional regulation and independence

• Support classroom routines including transitions carpet time and snack time

• Assist with outdoor learning and physical development activities

• Observe assess and record childrens progress

• Work collaboratively with teachers SENCO therapists and external agencies

• Support children with personal care needs where required

• Maintain safeguarding health and safety standards at all times

The Ideal Candidate

The school is seeking a nurturing patient and resilient individual with a genuine passion for early years and SEN support.

You should demonstrate:

• Experience working within EYFS or early years settings

• Strong understanding of child development and inclusive practice

• Experience or strong interest in high-needs SEN support

• A calm consistent and empathetic approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to manage challenging behaviour positively

Training and Career Progression

The school provides extensive CPD including:

• SEN and autism-specific training

• EYFS curriculum and assessment training

• Behaviour and emotional wellbeing strategies

• Safeguarding and child protection

There are clear progression routes into SEN TA HLTA or teacher training roles.

What the School Offers

• Supportive and experienced leadership

• A strong SEN-focused EYFS team

• Excellent resources and specialist support

• Commitment to staff wellbeing

• A rewarding role with real impact

Safeguarding

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and references. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.