Early Years Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Fleetwood; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD opportunities

Local consultant support

Lancashire school placements

Possibility of permanent role

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking an EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Fleetwood, Lancashire. The role is available for an immediate start and offers a supportive environment to help pupils access learning and develop socially, emotionally, and academically.

You will work one-to-one and in small groups, supporting children with SEN and helping create an inclusive learning environment. A relevant childcare or education qualification is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in EYFS, nursery or primary settings.
• Experience supporting children with SEN (ASC, speech needs, SEMH) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEN within the EYFS setting.
• Assist the class teacher with differentiated learning activities.
• Encourage communication, social interaction and independence.
• Implement IEPs and behaviour support strategies.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to staff.

Skills

EYFS SEN experience

Job description

Location: Fleetwood, Lancashire Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent Opportunity Salary: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Fleetwood. This role is available for an immediate start and offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young children with additional needs.

As an EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils in the Early Years Foundation Stage who require additional support to access learning and develop socially, emotionally, and academically. You will be working both on a one-to-one basis and within small groups, helping to create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) within the EYFS setting.
• Assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging and differentiated learning activities.
• Encouraging children's communication, social interaction, and independence skills.
• Implementing individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working with children in an EYFS, nursery, or primary school setting.
• Has experience supporting children with SEN, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Speech & Language Needs, or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Is patient, caring, and enthusiastic about supporting children's development.
• Can adapt to the individual needs of pupils and remain calm under pressure.
• Holds a relevant childcare, teaching assistant, or education qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Has a genuine passion for helping children achieve their full potential.

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• Dedicated support from your local consultant.
• Access to a wide range of school placements across Lancashire.
• Potential for a permanent position within the school.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safeguarding requirements.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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