EYFS Teaching Assistant

Balfor Recruitment; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated recruitment agency is looking for a full-time EYFS Teaching Assistant in Solihull. Candidates should have experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and hold a relevant qualification. The role offers a competitive salary and various support from the school. Immediate applications are encouraged.

Benefits

Competitive salary with SEN allowance

SENCO support

Free CPD opportunities

Support from expert education consultants

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or with relevant SEN background.
• Ideal to have PECS and Makaton training/experience.
• Must have recent relevant references.
• Must possess a valid photo ID.
• Full DBS on update service required.

Responsibilities

• Support children with a range of different academic needs.
• Act as a positive role model.
• Create a safe and welcoming learning environment.

Skills

Qualified Teaching Assistant

Experience with SEMH and SEND needs

PECS and Makaton training

Level 1 safeguarding certificate

Job description

EYFS Teaching Assistant

Location: Solihull

Duration: Full-time

The School/role:

I am working with a fantastic, welcoming school that are seeking a passionate and resilient Special Needs Teaching Assistants to join their team. This school in Solihull strives to provide the best quality teaching and learning with an inclusive and personalised curriculum. This is a full-time post and will run until the end of the academic year located in their special provision resource base at the school.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with SEN allowance.
• SENCO support within school.
• Team of helpful teachers and Teaching assistants.
• Range of free CPD available.
• Expert Education Consultants to support your development and role.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teaching Assistant OR Relevant SEN Background
• PECS and Makaton training/experience ideal
• SEMH, SEND needs experience
• Level 1 safeguarding certificate
• Recent relevant references
• Valid Photo ID – Driving Licence or passport
• Full DBS – on the update service

If you’re interested in this role, then contact Haleemah at Balfor on 0121 260 0000 or email your CV to [e-mail]

The ideal candidate for this role will be experienced supporting children alongside children with a range of different academic attainment levels. It is essential that these students have a SEN Teaching Assistant to act as a positive role model as well as good academic knowledge to provide lesson support. This will require patience, commitment and the ability to provide a safe and welcoming learning environment.

Please apply immediately to be considered for this position.

A new enhanced DBS will be needed for this role or a subscription to the DBS update service.