EYFS Teaching Assistants

Connex Education Partnership; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competive daily rate

Paid PAYE on a weekly basis

Free access to our SEND toolkit skills

Opportunities to direct employment in

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking an EYFS / SEND Teaching Assistant to join a SEND school in Widnes. Start after the October half term, with Monday–Friday commitment; part-time/job-share options may be considered.

You will support children with Severe Learning Difficulties, some with language and communication needs. The role offers a competitive daily rate paid via PAYE weekly, with access to Connex’s SEND toolkit and potential pathways to direct employment in partner schools.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with SEND or Early Years in either a school or residential setting.
• Be willing to provide all aspects of personal care.
• Have strong de-escalation skills.
• Be a team player, working with class teachers and support staff to deliver appropriate lesson plans.
• Have confidence or experience when working in accordance to EHCPs.
• Have a full enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for a new one.

Skills

SEND experience

EYFS knowledge

De-escalation skills

Teamwork

EHCP familiarity

DBS (Update Service)

Job description

EYFS / SEND Teaching Assistant

Widnes

£475 – £525 per week (dependent on experience)

About the Role.

Connex Education are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work in a SEND school in Widnes. This is to start in after the October half term.

About the School.

The school cater for children KS1 and KS2 children who are learning at an EYFS Level, whos primary need is Severe Learning Difficulties – some students may have further needs such as severe language and commincation needs and Pica. The staff here provide specialised education tailored to each students needs and abilities. The school is well equipped with resources and equipment to ensure students are stimulated, happy and sensory / emotional needs are met.

Assignment Details.

The school are looking for someone who can commit Monday – Friday, but will also consider part time / job shares for suitable applicants.

Benefits of working with Connex Education.

• Competive daily rate
• Paid PAYE on a weekly basis
• Free access to our SEND toolkit skills development package, comprising over 19 courses
• Opportunities to direct employment in our partner schools

Person Specification.

• Experience of working with SEND or Early Years in either a school or residential setting
• Be willing to provide all aspects of personal care
• Have strong de-escalation skills
• Be a team player, working with class teachers and support staff to deliver appropiate lesson plans
• Have confidence or experience when working in accordance to Education Health Care Plans (EHCP)
• Have a full enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for a new one

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discrimate on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.

Connex Education is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.