EYFS 1:1 Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Burnley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Padiham is seeking a dedicated SEN support assistant for an EYFS classroom. The role involves providing 1:1 support to children with special educational needs. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, relevant qualifications, and a passion for education. Experience in supporting children with SEND is essential. This is a full-time temporary position with potential for permanency.

Benefits

Free Child Protection Training

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience supporting pupils with SEN.
• Experience providing support to children with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Support on a 1:1 basis in an EYFS classroom.
• Work well with the classroom teacher and implement positive behaviour management.

Skills

Positive Attitude

Enthusiasm

Teamwork

Behaviour Management

Education

Level 2 Qualification in Teaching and Learning Support

Job description

SEN 1:1 EYFS Support, Padiham

• Full time Monday- Friday
• Role to commence September 2025
• EYFS

Our school is looking for an individual to integrate themselves into a EYFS classroom as SEN support assistant supporting on a 1:1 basis. The ideal candidate must have a good work ethic, be positive, enthusiastic, work well with others and have a passion for pupils’ education. Ideally the right candidate with have SEN experience.

For this role you will need experience providing support to children with SEND.

A level 2 minimum qualification in teaching and learning support.

The ideal candidate:

• Will have a minimum of 6 months experience.
• A minimum level 2 qualification (must be relevant)
• Implement positive behaviour management.
• Work well with the classroom teacher.
• Will have experience supporting pupils with SEN.
• Confidently adjust approach to changes in behaviour with SEN pupils.
• Show a positive attitude.
• Be reliable.
• Understand and follow safeguarding procedures.

The school is easily accessible by both car and public transport.

All staff entering the school are welcomed by experienced and friendly staff who are more than happy to help practitioners settle into their new roles.

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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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