EYFS Teaching Assistant

Exclusive Education Ltd; Lowton St Mary's; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time placement

Professional development

Education consultant support

Job summary

Exclusive Education Ltd. is recruiting a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support two EYFS pupils with sensory needs and emotional regulation challenges.

The role involves integrating into a calm, nurturing classroom, implementing strategies from SENDCo, and collaborating with teachers, parents and external agencies. The ideal candidate will have experience with SEND in EYFS/KS1, knowledge of sensory needs and emotional regulation, and demonstrate patience, strong communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND, especially in EYFS or KS1.
• Knowledge of sensory needs, autism, emotional regulation strategies, or nurture approaches.
• Patient and able to build positive relationships with young children.
• Respond sensitively to individual needs while maintaining boundaries.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Passionate about helping every child reach potential.
• Enhanced DBS (Update Service) or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support for two EYFS pupils with identified needs.
• Assist pupils in accessing classroom activities and learning opportunities.
• Implement strategies from SENDCo and external professionals.
• Support emotional regulation through positive behaviour approaches.
• Help create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage development of communication, social and independence skills.
• Work with class teacher, SENDCo, parents and external agencies.
• Observe and record pupil progress as required.

Skills

SEND support

EYFS experience

Sensory needs

Emotional regulation

Communication

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and nurturing 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support two pupils within EYFS who have sensory needs and difficulties with emotional regulation.

The Role

• Provide individualised support for two EYFS pupils with identified sensory and emotional regulation needs.
• Assist pupils in accessing classroom activities and engaging with learning opportunities.
• Implement strategies recommended by the SENDCo and external professionals.
• Support emotional regulation through positive behaviour approaches and nurturing interventions.
• Help create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage the development of communication, social and independence skills.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo, parents and external agencies.
• Observe, monitor and record pupil progress where required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience supporting children with SEND, particularly within EYFS or Key Stage 1.
• Has knowledge of sensory needs, autism, emotional regulation strategies or nurture-based approaches.
• Is patient, calm and able to build positive relationships with young children.
• Can respond sensitively to individual needs while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is passionate about helping every child reach their full potential.
• Holds an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A full-time, long-term placement within a supportive school.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Valuable experience working alongside experienced SEND professionals.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Potential for a permanent role for the right candidate.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks and other relevant safeguarding and compliance checks in line with safer recruitment guidelines.