We are looking for a compassionate, proactive and skilled SEN assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a visually impaired child within our nurturing nursery environment. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about inclusive early years education and confident in adapting learning experiences to meet individual needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Individual support — Provide tailored, hands-on assistance to enable the child to access all areas of nursery life safely and confidently.
- Visual impairment strategies — Implement and adapt activities using sensory, tactile and auditory approaches.
- Collaboration with staff — Work closely with the nursery team, SENCO and parents to ensure consistent support.
- Monitoring progress — Observe, record and communicate developmental progress and any emerging needs.
- Environment adaptation — Help maintain a safe, accessible and stimulating learning space.
About You
- Experience working with children with SEND, ideally visual impairment.
- Warm, patient and confident in building secure relationships with young children.
- Able to follow specialist guidance and contribute your own ideas.
- Reliable and committed to supporting the child’s wellbeing and development.
What We Offer
- Supportive nursery team and SENCO guidance
- Training opportunities related to visual impairment and inclusive practice
- A rewarding role where your work makes a meaningful difference every day
If you are passionate about inclusive early years education and want to help a child thrive, we would love to hear from you.
Operating hours:
This is an all year round position working 18 hours per week 8.30am - 1pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from September 2026. Closed Public Bank Holidays and week between Christmas and New Year.
Benefits for the role of SEN 1:1 Assistant include:
- Competitive salary
- Ongoing training provision
- Wellness Programmes
- Contributory Pension scheme
- discounted childcare costs
- 28 days holiday
- Onsite Parking
Position dependent on clear DBS check along with 2 satisfactory references.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Wellness programmes
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Windlesham GU20 6AA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Special Education Needs: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
