Early Years EYFS Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Little Lever; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Little Lever, Bolton. The role focuses on supporting children with SEN and helping them access the EYFS curriculum through play-based and practical activities.

Ideal candidates will have EYFS experience, a passion for inclusive education, and the ability to build strong relationships with young learners. This is a long-term position with potential for permanency.

Qualifications

• Experience in EYFS is essential.
• Genuine passion for SEN and inclusive education.
• Strong communication and ability to build relationships with children.
• Ability to support learning through play and practical activities.

Responsibilities

• Support children within a Reception/EYFS classroom.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support as required.
• Assist children with additional needs, focusing on communication and interaction.
• Help access the EYFS curriculum through play-based activities.
• Support social development and emotional regulation.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt learning.
• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement.
• Create a nurturing, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

EYFS experience

SEN experience

Communication

Relationship building

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant - SEN Focus

Location: Little Lever, Bolton
Salary: £95-£110 per day, dependent on experience
Contract: Long-term, full-time, with potential for a permanent position
Start Date: ASAP

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced and passionate EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the Little Lever area of Bolton.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has a genuine passion for Early Years and Special Educational Needs (SEN) and wants to play a key role in supporting children with additional needs to access learning and thrive in school.

The school is looking for someone with previous EYFS experience who understands the importance of communication, relationships and individualised support in the early years.

The Role

• Supporting children within a Reception/EYFS classroom.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Supporting children with additional needs, particularly communication and interaction difficulties.
• Helping children access the EYFS curriculum through play-based and practical activities.
• Supporting communication, social development and emotional regulation.
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt learning.
• Encouraging children's independence, confidence and engagement.
• Creating a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will:

• Have previous experience working within EYFS.
• Have a genuine passion for SEN and inclusive education.
• Understand the needs of young children with communication difficulties.
• Be patient, nurturing and consistent.
• Be confident building strong relationships with children.
• Be able to balance supporting SEN needs with learning and development.
• Have a proactive and positive approach to supporting children.
• Work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• Experience supporting children with ASD or other complex additional needs would be highly desirable.

This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

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