A welcoming mainstream primary school in Southfields are looking for an experienced and committed Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their Reception team on a full-time basis from October.The successful Special Needs Teaching Assistant will work with Reception-aged children with a variety of special educational needs, providing both individual and small-group support to help pupils access learning, develop their communication and build confidence and independence.Previous experience supporting children with special educational needs is essential for this position.The Special Needs Teaching Assistant RoleSupport Reception-aged children with a range of SEN and additional needs.Provide a mixture of 1:1 and small-group support.Help children access learning and play-based EYFS activities.Support children''s communication, social interaction and emotional development.Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement.Adapt activities and resources according to individual needs.Support behaviour and emotional regulation where required.Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and other support staff.Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive Early Years environment.Assist with children''s personal care where required.The Ideal Special Needs Teaching AssistantPrevious experience supporting children with SEN is essential.Experience within EYFS, Reception or an Early Years setting would be highly desirable.Confident supporting children with a variety of additional ..... full job details .....