EYFS 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant | Preston | May Start

Location: Preston, Lancashire

Start Date: May 2026

Salary: -14.24 - -15.00 per hour

Contract: Temporary (Initial 6 weeks, potential to extend to July 2026)

Shift Options: Part-time (Afternoons) OR Full-time (Full Days)

Are you a compassionate EYFS specialist looking for a role that offers true flexibility? We are seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a non-verbal child with an EHCP in a vibrant Preston primary school.

We are welcoming applications from candidates seeking either a part-time afternoon schedule or a full-time hybrid position.

Option 1: Part-Time (Afternoons Only)
Monday - Friday, 12:30 - 15:30. Focus exclusively on specialist 1:1 support for a non-verbal child as they join the school for their afternoon session.

Option 2: Full-Time (Full Days)
Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 15:30. Spend your mornings as a General EYFS TA supporting the wider Reception/Nursery cohort, before transitioning into the dedicated 1:1 SEN role in the afternoon.

Working within a Nurture UK setting, you will act as a dedicated learning partner for a child with complex communication needs.

• 1:1 Specialist Support: Interpreting needs and facilitating communication for a non-verbal pupil using visual aids and sensory cues.
• EHCP Implementation: Working closely with the SENDCo and Class Teacher to meet the specific targets outlined in the child''s plan.
• EYFS Curriculum Access: Adapting play-based learning activities to ensure they are accessible, inclusive, and engaging.
• Nurturing Environment: Applying the six principles of nurture to create a safe, literacy-rich space for the child to grow.

Based in Preston, this school is driven by an inclusive ethos and a deep commitment to providing the "Best Start in Life." It is a literacy-rich environment, specialising in the Read Write Inc. Phonics scheme and fostering a strong "reading for pleasure" culture from the very beginning of the educational journey.

• Qualification: A recognised EYFS qualification (Level 2 or Level 3) is essential.
• Experience: Proven experience supporting children with SEND, particularly those who are non-verbal or have complex communication needs.
• Communication: Knowledge of alternative communication methods (e.g., Makaton, PECS, or visual timetables) is highly desirable.
• Attributes: Patience, resilience, and a proactive approach to building a strong 1:1 bond.

• Your development matters: Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses and webinars via the National College.
• Your flexibility matters: We tailor your working week to you-daily supply, long-term, and permanent options available.
• Your rights matter: Full Agency Worker Regulation (AWR) protection.
• Your wellbeing matters: Proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for four consecutive years.

Ready to start this May? For more information or an informal chat about the role, please contact Abbie today:

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