Job Description

Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant - Supporting Bright Beginnings in Kendal

Make a Difference in Early Childhood Education

Summary

An inclusive and welcoming school in the Kendal area is seeking a dedicated Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant to join its friendly and nurturing team. This long-term, classroom-based role offers nursery practitioners and SEN support workers the chance to transfer their skills into a structured school environment, with the potential for the role to become permanent.

Your Role in the Classroom

Support young children with complex needs including autism, communication difficulties, and developmental delay Assist the class teacher in delivering sensory, play-based, and structured activities tailored to individual needs Provide one-to-one and small group support, helping pupils develop early learning, social, and life skills Promote emotional wellbeing and independence through daily routines and personal care where required Collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals to ensure each child feels safe, supported, and able to progress

Who Should Apply?

Experience in nursery, Early Years, or SEN settings Qualifications in Childcare, EYFS, Health and Social Care, or similar areas are essential Compassionate, proactive, and flexible approach Ability to engage positively with children who may be non-verbal or display challenging behaviours Team-focused with a calm, nurturing presence

Why Choose This Role?

Based in Kendal, this school offers a warm and supportive environment where the focus is on each child's individual journey. If you're from a nursery or SEN background and looking for a role with consistent hours and the chance to work term-time only, this position could be the fresh start you're seeking.

The School

A small, community-focused specialist provision with a focus on sensory learning, communication development, and emotional wellbeing. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos and strong partnerships with families and therapists.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm. Both full-time and part-time applications are encouraged.

Benefits of Joining the Team

Competitive pay Term-time working for better work-life balance Pathway to a permanent position

Join the Journey

If you're passionate about Early Years and supporting children with additional needs, this Kendal-based role offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference in a school that values every child's progress.

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm

Pay: Up to 525.00 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person