EYFS Additional Needs Support Assistant — Term-time

Aspire People; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

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Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting an EYFS Additional Needs Support Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Liverpool. You will provide 1:1 and small group support to children with additional needs, supporting early years learning and play-based activities. You will assist with personal care and promote communication using Makaton/PECS.

We value caring, reliable, patient staff. Salary is paid weekly; term-time only with 08:30–15:30 hours, and there are opportunities for ongoing specialist training

Qualifications

• Experience in SEND or early years preferred.
• Caring, reliable and patient attitude.
• Willingness to undergo safeguarding checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to children with additional needs.
• Support early years learning, development and play-based activities.
• Assist with personal care including toileting, dressing and mealtimes.
• Encourage communication through Makaton, PECS and assistive technology.
• Support social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.
• Follow individual care plans and therapy programmes.
• Promote positive behaviour and independence.
• Monitor progress and work with teachers, therapists and families.
• Create a safe, welcoming and engaging learning environment.

Job description

Aspire People is recruiting an EYFS Additional Needs Support Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Liverpool. You will provide 1:1 and small group support to children with additional needs, supporting early years learning and play-based activities. You will assist with personal care and promote communication using Makaton/PECS.

We value caring, reliable, patient staff. Salary is paid weekly; term-time only with 08:30–15:30 hours, and there are opportunities for ongoing specialist training