Role: EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant
School: Primary
Location: New Malden
Contract: Full-time (Monday – Friday 8:30am – 3:30am)
Start date: 23rd February 2026
About the SchoolWe are a welcoming and inclusive Church of England Infant School in the heart of New Malden, rooted in strong Christian values of care, respect and community. Our school provides a nurturing, safe and stimulating environment where every child is encouraged to flourish academically, socially and emotionally. We pride ourselves on our supportive staff team, positive relationships with families, and our commitment to meeting the needs of all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs.
The Role and ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a caring and dedicated EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant to support a child with additional needs within our Early Years setting. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers, the SENCo and other professionals to help pupils access learning and achieve their full potential.
Key responsibilities include:- Providing one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN
- Supporting children’s learning, development and emotional wellbeing
- Assisting with the implementation of individual support plans and interventions
- Encouraging positive behaviour and inclusion within the classroom
- Supporting pupils with personal care where required
- Contributing to observations, assessments and record keeping
- Upholding the Christian ethos and values of the school
About YouWe are looking for someone who is patient, enthusiastic and passionate about supporting young children with additional needs.
You will ideally:
- Have experience working with children in EYFS, particularly those with SEN
- Be caring, calm and able to build positive relationships with pupils
- Show initiative and be able to work effectively as part of a team
- Have good communication skills and a flexible approach
- Be committed to inclusion and safeguarding
- Support and respect the ethos of a Church of England school
Why Horizon Teachers?- We are like you! Here at Horizon Teachers, many of our consultants have experience in the education sector and have a strong passion for supporting schools, support staff and teachers
- A team of specialist education consultants and many with years of education experience
- We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible
- Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals
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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
