EYFS Additional Needs Support Assistant

Aspire People; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£100 joining bonus after 10 shifts

£250 Refer-a-Friend bonus

Long-term opportunities with permanent

Excellent progression within SEND

Job summary

Aspire People is hiring an EYFS Additional Needs Support Assistant to work with children with SEND including SLD, PMLD and autism in a specialist school. You will support early years development, communication, social and emotional wellbeing in a nurturing setting.

Role involves working with teachers, therapists and families, following care plans, and helping pupils achieve milestones in a safe environment. Term-time hours apply, with training in SEND and safeguarding provided.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young children with additional needs in an EYFS setting
• Ability to support one-to-one and small-group sessions with pupils who have SEND

Responsibilities

• Support children with severe learning difficulties, PMLD and autism on a one-to-one and small group basis
• Deliver planned early years activities under guidance of the class teacher
• Assist with personal care tasks including toileting and feeding as appropriate
• Support therapy programmes and administer medication following training
• Encourage communication using Makaton, PECS and assistive tech
• Promote development across social, emotional, physical and cognitive domains
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Support behaviour management and assist with physical intervention where trained
• Prepare engaging classroom resources and maintain a stimulating learning environment
• Support pupils during snack times, outdoor learning and educational visits
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, parents and external professionals for best outcomes

Job description

EYFS Additional Needs Support Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting young children with additional needs and looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day?

A specialist SEND school is looking for a compassionate and dedicated EYFS Additional Needs Support Assistant to support children with severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), and autism.

If you're looking for a meaningful career with sociable hours, excellent work-life balance and the opportunity to help young children thrive, this could be the perfect role for you.

Why this role is so rewarding

As an EYFS Additional Needs Support Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping young pupils overcome barriers to learning while supporting their early development, communication, social skills and emotional wellbeing in a safe, nurturing environment.

What you'll be doing

Working closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals, you will:

• Support young children with severe learning difficulties, PMLD and autism on a one-to-one and small group basis
• Deliver planned early years learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher, adapting support to meet individual needs
• Assist with personal care, including toileting, dressing, eating and promoting independence where appropriate
• Support therapy programmes and administer medication following appropriate training and agreed care plans
• Encourage communication using Makaton, PECS and assistive communication technology
• Promote children's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development through structured learning and play-based activities
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff
• Support positive behaviour management strategies and assist with physical intervention where trained and required
• Prepare engaging classroom resources and maintain a stimulating early years learning environment
• Support pupils during snack times, outdoor learning, educational visits and off‑site activities
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, parents and external professionals to provide the best outcomes for every child

Why you'll love this role

• Monday to Friday, term‑time only
• Typical working hours of 08:30 – 15:30
• Excellent work-life balance with no evenings or weekends
• The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with young pupils and celebrate their developmental milestones
• Ongoing training in SEND, safeguarding, communication strategies, behaviour support, moving and handling and medical care
• Supportive school environment with excellent opportunities for career development

Additional benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• £100 joining bonus after 10 shifts
• £250 Refer‑a‑Friend bonus
• Long‑term opportunities with the potential for permanent employment
• Excellent progression opportunities within SEND education

Apply Today

If you're caring, patient and enthusiastic about supporting young children with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you. Join a dedicated team where your support will help pupils develop confidence, independence and achieve their full potential from the very beginning of their educational journey.