Location: St Helens
Hours: Full time
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Nursery Specialist 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work closely with pupils who are non-verbal and require personalised support. This is a rewarding role for someone committed to inclusive practice and supporting young children with complex needs to access learning, communication, and daily routines.
You will work under the direction of the class teacher and the SENCO to provide tailored support that enables pupils to feel safe, engaged, and supported within the nursery environment.
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 support for pupils who are non-verbal, supporting communication through appropriate methods (e.g. visual aids, PECS, Makaton, AAC).
Support pupils with personal care, including toileting and hygiene.
Assist pupils in navigating the classroom environment, routines, and transitions throughout the day.
Support access to the Early Years curriculum, adapting activities to meet individual needs.
Promote pupils’ social, emotional, and communication development.
Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, therapists, and parents/carers.
Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews and support plans.
Ensure a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment at all times.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Experience working with young children with SEND, particularly non-verbal pupils (nursery or early years experience desirable).
Confidence and sensitivity when providing personal care.
A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
An understanding of child development and inclusive practice.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Desirable (but not essential)
Training or experience in Makaton, PECS, or AAC.
Experience supporting pupils with autism or complex needs.
Relevant childcare or teaching assistant qualifications.
We Offer
A supportive and inclusive working environment.
Opportunities for training and professional development.
The chance to make a meaningful difference in a child’s early learning journey.
Safeguarding
This role is subject to enhanced safeguarding checks, including a Child Enhanced DBS on the Update Service. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.
To apply:
Please submit your application, or contact Mia on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services
Salary description
£90.00 - £110.00 per day