SEN Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; Tameside; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking an EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant to support primary pupils with additional needs across Tameside and Manchester. An immediate start is available, working under the class teacher and EYFS Lead to support Reception learners.

Requirements include EYFS experience, NVQ2/3 (or equivalent), a calm, patient approach, and a willingness to undertake SEND training. DBS and two references required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with EYFS/Reception-aged children with additional needs.
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach.
• Willingness to undertake SEND training where required.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and small groups within provision, indoors and outdoors.
• Aid communication, language, PSED development and phonics delivery as directed.
• Help pupils toward EHCP/SEND targets and report progress to SENCO.

Skills

EYFS experience

Calm & patient

SEND training willingness

Adaptable demeanor

Communication skills

Education

NVQ2/3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent

Job description

EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant - Tameside & Manchester

Location: Tameside & Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary: £95-£120 per day (supply) / £18,525-£23,400 per annum (195 days, permanent)
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Start Date: ASAP

We are recruiting an EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant for primary schools across Tameside and Manchester, with an immediate start. This role suits a patient, nurturing practitioner confident supporting young children with additional needs within Reception, under the direction of the class teacher and EYFS Lead.

Responsibilities:

• Support individuals and small groups of children, including those on the SEN register, within continuous provision, indoors and outdoors
• Support communication and language, and personal, social and emotional development (PSED)
• Deliver phonics and early intervention support as directed by the class teacher
• Provide high-quality interactions during continuous provision that extend children's vocabulary and confidence
• Support pupils towards individual EHCP or SEND support plan targets, feeding back progress to the class teacher and SENCO
• Support personal/intimate care where required, in line with school policy
• Build positive, trusted relationships with pupils who need reassurance and consistency
• Undertake all safeguarding training and follow procedures to keep the school community safe

Requirements:

• Experience working with EYFS/Reception-aged children with additional needs
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or working towards) for Teaching Assistants, or equivalent qualification/experience
• Sound understanding of EYFS routines, continuous provision and child development
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach
• Willingness to undertake relevant SEND training where required

A fully enhanced DBS and two professional references covering the last two years are required.