SEN Early Years TA: Nurture & Support for Diverse Learners

Senploy; Salford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Educato Limited is recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to work within an Early Years SEN provision at a welcoming primary school in Worsley. You will work closely with the class teacher and the SEN team to provide nurturing, structured and engaging learning support for children with autism, speech and language difficulties and other needs.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group assistance, using visual supports and strategies for non-verbal communication, and assisting with personal

Qualifications

• Experience with Early Years SEN in a specialist setting.
• Understanding of autism, delays and speech and language difficulties.
• Willingness to undertake personal care duties as part of the daily role.
• Experience supporting children with limited or non-verbal communication would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• SEN Support: Working with children on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, adapting activities to suit individual learning and developmental needs.
• Communication: Supporting children who are non-verbal or have limited verbal communication, using visual timetables, PECS, Now & Next boards and other communication strategies.
• Personal Care: Assisting children with toileting, changing, hygiene routines and other personal care needs while maintaining dignity and encouraging independence.
• Early Years Development: Supporting learning through play, sensory activities, phonics, early communication and social interaction.
• Behaviour & Emotional Regulation: Helping children manage transitions, understand routines and regulate their emotions using calm, consistent approaches.
• Sensory Support: Engaging children in sensory-based learning activities and supporting those who may become overwhelmed within busy classroom environments.
• EHCP Support: Working towards individual targets outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans, helping children make progress at their own pace.
• Teamwork: Working alongside teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to provide consistent support throughout the school day.

Skills

Early Years SEN

Autism understanding

Speech & language

Personal care duties

Non-verbal communication

Patient and nurturing

Behaviour management

Relationship building

DBS Update Service

Job description

Educato Limited is recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to work within an Early Years SEN provision at a welcoming primary school in Worsley. You will work closely with the class teacher and the SEN team to provide nurturing, structured and engaging learning support for children with autism, speech and language difficulties and other needs.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group assistance, using visual supports and strategies for non-verbal communication, and assisting with personal