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SEND Learning Support Assistant
Job in
City of Westminster, Central London, Greater London, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-20
Listing for:
Tachbrook Nursery School
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-20
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Child Development/Support, Early Childhood Education, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Preschool / Daycare -
Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support, Preschool / Daycare
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Qualifications and Training
- Good standard of general education, with GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and maths.
- Level 2 (or above) qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, or a related field (desirable).
- Willingness to undertake relevant training and CPD.
- Proven experience delivering targeted interventions to support children’s learning and development.
- Experience working directly with children with SEND, adapting provision to meet a range of additional needs.
- Experience working with young children, ideally in a nursery or Early Years setting.
- Experience supporting families
- Early Years Child Development Knowledge
- Understanding of developmental milestones and how SEND can impact early learning.
- Nurturing & Patient Approach
- Very young children with additional needs require calm, gentle, and consistent support.
- Strong Communication Skills
- Able to communicate with children using age-appropriate language and alternative communication (e.g. Makaton, visual cues).
- Effective communication with parents/carers and the wider nursery team.
- Observation & Record-Keeping
- Track progress, behaviours, and concerns; contribute to early years assessments and EHCPs.
- Adaptability & Creativity
- Able to modify activities to be inclusive, engaging, and suitable for different learning needs.
- Understanding of Early SEND Strategies
- Use of visual timetables, sensory play, behaviour regulation techniques, and structured routines.
- Safeguarding & Child Protection
- Awareness of your responsibility to safeguard all children, especially those with vulnerabilities.
- Enthusiastic, patient, and caring approach.
- Commitment to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.
- High expectations for all children.
- Reliable, flexible and adaptable.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
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