1:1 SEN Support Assistant

Term-time only - 30 hours per week in the pre-school setting, including extra shifts in our breakfast and after school clubs. Fixed term contract until July 2026, will the potential to extend. 5.6 weeks of statutory holiday pay per year (pro rata and paid in August). Hours in the setting will all fall between 7.45am-6pm, Monday to Thursday.

Hourly pay negotiable upon experience and qualifications

Start Date – November 2026

Crick Pre-School is an established childcare provider for 2 to 4 year olds with an excellent reputation in the area. It is situated within the Primary School and has a dedicated team of staff and parent committee.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We are looking to recruit a dedicated, enthusiastic and caring 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to join our friendly team.

Applicants should possess a level 3 (or minimum level 2) Early Years Educator childcare qualification (or equivalent standard). You must have at least two years experience of working with children and be able to promote a quality learning environment for children and their families. SEN experience is also desirable but not essential.

• The ability to sing in tune is not necessary; however the ability to sing out of tune in front of a room full of children is essential.
• Pretending to eat play-dough creations realistically is required, although training can be given!
• You must also have the ability to read a ten page picture book, upside down, with at least four interruptions per page.
• Finally you must be prepared to have fun in the workplace; laughter is something you can expect to be a large part of your working day.☺

Key Responsibilities:

• To develop good relationships with children, their parents and other members of staff.
• To create and maintain a warm, caring, stimulating environment that together with encouragement will ensure the development of each child.
• To have 1:1 support responsibility for a child with SEN needs. Recognising and meeting the needs of this child as an individual, whilst also being aware of the setting and other children.
• To be able to prepare and supervise suitable activities to ensure a stimulating environment.
• To safeguard children’s well-being.
• To attend staff and committee meetings.

The successful candidate will be warm and friendly with a desire to really make a difference during this crucial stage in a child’s development. As a dedicated assistant you will be committed to ensuring that children leave the setting to enter the first years in school with all the key social skills required.

Application must be made on our application form, upon receipt of your interest in the vacancy we will email you an application pack. Only completed application forms will be included for short listing. This post is subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS checks.

If you are interested we would love to hear from you: Email [email protected] or call 07964 108009 for an application form or further details. CLOSING DATE: Monday 19th October 2026 (early applications welcome as we are looking to recruit for this role as soon as possible)

Crick Pre-School is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.

Pay: From £13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 per week

Work Location: In person