EYFS Teaching Assistant - SEND
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £109 to £120 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | M24 0BZ, SOUTH MIDDLETON |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 25 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 22 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Location: Middleton
Contract:
Temp/perm
Full time/Part time:
Full time
Pay: £109-£120 per day
Start date:
ASAP
Expected End date:
Long term ongoing until the end of the academic year
A welcoming primary school in Middleton is seeking a dedicated and compassionate EYFS SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where children are supported to develop their confidence, independence and early learning skills.
The successful candidate will work within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), providing support to children with SEND and additional needs. You will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to ensure children receive the personalised support they need to access learning and thrive within the classroom.
Key responsibilities:
• Providing 1:1 and small group support to EYFS children with SEND and additional needs
• Supporting children to access the EYFS curriculum through play-based learning and classroom activities
• Helping children develop their communication, social and emotional skills
• Supporting children with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Building positive and trusting relationships with children
• Encouraging children's independence, confidence and development
• Supporting children during transitions, routines, break times and other activities throughout the school day
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider support team to provide consistent support
What the school offers:
• A welcoming and inclusive primary school environment
• A supportive and experienced staff team
• A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to young children's development
• The opportunity to develop your experience working within EYFS and SEND
• Long-term consistency and the opportunity to build strong relationships with pupils
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young children with SEND and who wants to develop their experience within an EYFS setting.
The successful applicant will:
• Have experience working with children, ideally within an EYFS, SEND, school, nursery or care setting
• Have a patient, calm and nurturing approach
• Be confident supporting children with additional needs
• Have a good understanding of early childhood development and play-based learning
• Be reliable, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Have the right to work in the UK and full-time availability
• Previous experience working within EYFS or supporting children with SEND is desirable
• Relevant Level 2/3 Early Years, Supporting Teaching and Learning or SEND qualifications are desirable but not 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
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Long-term opportunities within local primary schools
Long-term opportunities within local primary schools
Compliance and safeguarding:
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2026) 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.