EYFS SEN Teaching Assistantp

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency seeks a compassionate EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant to support a non-verbal child in Great Barr. This full-time role requires working closely with teaching staff to implement learning plans and provide personalized support. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in EYFS settings, specifically with children who have special educational needs.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Free safeguarding training

CPD training

Qualifications

• Experience working in an EYFS setting.
• Experience supporting non-verbal or ASD children.
• Confidence in providing personal care.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a non-verbal child.
• Assist with personal care needs.
• Monitor progress in line with EHCP targets.

Skills

Calm approach

Nurturing attitude

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

SEN training

Safeguarding training

Job description

Area- Great Barr
Day Rate- £89.00-£104.00
Days- Monday - Friday
Hours- 8:30-15.30

We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a non-verbal child within a nursery class in a school in Great Barr. This rewarding role involves helping the child access the curriculum, develop communication and social skills.

You will work closely with the class teacher and the SENCO to implement a tailored learning plan, using visual aids, sensory activities, and structured routines to support the child's development.

Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 support to a non-verbal child in an EYFS classroom

Assist with personal care, including toileting and hygiene

Use alternative communication methods (e.g., PECS, Makaton, visuals)

Facilitate sensory breaks and support emotional regulation

Monitor and record progress in line with EHCP targets

Build a trusting and supportive relationship with the child and their family

Collaborate with teaching staff, external specialists, and therapists



The Ideal EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant Will Have:

Experience working in an EYFS setting

Experience supporting children with SEN, ideally non-verbal or with autism

A calm, nurturing, and patient approach

Confidence in providing personal care

Good communication and teamwork skills

A willingness to learn and adapt to the child's evolving needs

Relevant qualifications or training (e.g., Level 2/3 TA, SEN training, safeguarding)



Benefits of working with Aspire People:

Weekly pay

PAYE or umbrella pay available

Holiday Pay

Free Safeguarding training and CPD training

I am keen to speak to experienced Teaching Assistants who are interested in working in a forward-thinking school. Please apply above and I will be in touch in due course. Alternatively, if you know of anybody who might be interested in this position then we offer generous referral fees!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.