Early Years SEN Support Assistant

Supply Desk Worthing, England May 12, 2026

Type Full Time
Pay £92.63 – £99.45/day
Work Onsite
Level Junior

Early Years SEN Support Assistant focuses on in this role, you’ll support children in the early years foundation stage (eyfs) with special educational needs, providing personalised care and learning support to children with e.

What the role involves

  • In this role, you’ll support children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) with Special Educational Needs, providing personalised care and learning support to children with E.
  • Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child can develop socially, emotionally, and academically at their own pace.

Skills and requirements

  • Experience or a strong interest in supporting young children with SEN, including ASD, speech & language needs, or social and emotional difficulties.
  • References covering the past 2 years.
  • An Enhanced DBS Check on the update service (or willingness to apply – we can support you).
  • 6 months of previous experience working with children preferred.

Confirmed role details

  • Full-Time | Term-Time Only.

Candidate fit

  • Supply Desk are seeking a caring and dedicated Early Years SEN Support Assistant to join the friendly and nurturing early years settings in Worthing that we proudly work alongside.
  • A patient, nurturing, and enthusiastic attitude, with a genuine passion for early childhood development.
  • A warm and welcoming early years environment focused on holistic child development.

Additional role context

  • A good understanding of the EYFS framework and inclusive early years practice.
  • Confidence using play-based, child-led approaches and adapting activities to meet individual needs.
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s early learning journeys.
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