EYFS Level 3 Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
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| Salary: | £105 - £115 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | HARPURHEY, MANCHESTER |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 20 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Level 3 EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Harpurhey, Manchester
Contract: Temporary (Long-term)
Full Time: Monday to Friday
Pay: £105 - £115 per day
Start Date: September 2026
Expected End Date: End of the academic year
A specialist SEN school in Harpurhey is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Level 3 EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity until the end of the academic year, supporting children within the Early Years Foundation Stage with a range of complex additional needs.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting young children with Special Educational Needs, working closely with class teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised academic, social, and emotional support. The school provides a structured, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and essential early learning skills.
Key responsibilities:
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Providing 1:1 and small group support, adapting learning to meet individual needs
Providing 1:1 and small group support, adapting learning to meet individual needs
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Supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), speech and language needs, sensory needs, and developmental delays
Supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), speech and language needs, sensory needs, and developmental delays
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Delivering engaging EYFS learning activities that promote communication, play, and early development
Delivering engaging EYFS learning activities that promote communication, play, and early development
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Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management, and social interaction
Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management, and social interaction
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Assisting with the implementation of EHCPs, behaviour support plans, and therapeutic strategies
Assisting with the implementation of EHCPs, behaviour support plans, and therapeutic strategies
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Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, therapists, and support staff
Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, therapists, and support staff
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Promoting independence and encouraging positive relationships throughout the school day
Promoting independence and encouraging positive relationships throughout the school day
What the school offers:
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A specialist, well-resourced SEN setting with a strong support network
A specialist, well-resourced SEN setting with a strong support network
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A highly experienced and collaborative staff team
A highly experienced and collaborative staff team
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Ongoing CPD and training in SEND, behaviour management, and communication strategies
Ongoing CPD and training in SEND, behaviour management, and communication strategies
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A rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of young children with additional needs
A rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of young children with additional needs
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs during the crucial early years of their education and making a meaningful difference every day.
The successful applicant will:
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Hold a Level 3 Early Years or Supporting Teaching & Learning qualification
Hold a Level 3 Early Years or Supporting Teaching & Learning qualification
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Have experience supporting children with SEN, ideally within an EYFS or specialist setting
Have experience supporting children with SEN, ideally within an EYFS or specialist setting
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Be calm, patient, resilient, and proactive, with a nurturing approach
Be calm, patient, resilient, and proactive, with a nurturing approach
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Be confident supporting behaviour, emotional regulation, and communication development
Be confident supporting behaviour, emotional regulation, and communication development
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Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
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Have the right to work in the UK and full-time availability from September
Have the right to work in the UK and full-time availability from September
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PECS, Makaton, or AAC knowledge (desirable)
PECS, Makaton, or AAC knowledge (desirable)
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Team Teach, MAPA, or similar de-escalation training (desirable)
Team Teach, MAPA, or similar de-escalation training (desirable)
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Hold a valid Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child Workforce) registered on the DBS Update Service (essential)
Hold a valid Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child Workforce) registered on the DBS Update Service (essential)
What we offer:
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Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
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Dedicated consultant and ongoing support
Dedicated consultant and ongoing support
Compliance and safeguarding:
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce) registered on the DBS Update Service, satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2025) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.
Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.