Early Years Teaching Assistant - Reception (SEN Support)

Croydon | After Easter Start | Full Time Long Term Opportunity

Reeson Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Croydon seeking to appoint a dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis starting after Easter.

This role will involve providing 1:1 support for a Reception-aged pupil with Autism, helping them access learning, follow routines and develop socially within the Early Years environment.

The school is looking for a patient, nurturing and resilient individual who is confident supporting children with additional needs and can provide consistent, structured support throughout the school day.

The successful candidate will:

Have experience working within an Early Years or primary school setting

Have prior experience supporting pupils with Autism (ASD)

Be confident delivering 1:1 support and adapting activities to meet individual needs

Be comfortable supporting with personal care (essential)

Demonstrate strong behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies

Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO

Hold an enhanced DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply)

Have up-to-date safeguarding training or be willing to complete this

The school offers:

A supportive and well-structured Early Years environment

Clear routines and strong SEN support systems

A collaborative and welcoming staff team

Stability through a long-term placement

Why work with Reeson Education

Competitive daily rates, paid weekly

Dedicated consultant support throughout the placement

Full compliance and safeguarding checks managed by Reeson Education

Opportunity for the role to extend further

This role would suit an experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant seeking a full-time SEN role in Croydon, starting after Easter.

Apply today to register your interest.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07