SEND Teaching Assistant – EYFS (Stratford-upon-Avon)

Axcis Education Recruitment; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in education is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant for EYFS in Stratford-upon-Avon. This full-time temporary position involves providing hands-on support through play-based activities, implementing early communication strategies, and assisting children with their social interactions. Experience in early years settings is essential, along with a nurturing approach. Competitive weekly pay and training opportunities available.

Benefits

Access to EYFS and SEND-specific training

Competitive weekly pay

Long-term placements in specialist settings

Qualifications

• Experience in early years settings is essential.
• Knowledge of Makaton and PECS is a plus.
• A nurturing and patient approach is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide EYFS support through play and sensory activities.
• Implement communication strategies using visuals.
• Assist children with social interactions and routines.
• Work with teachers and support teams.

Skills

Experience in EYFS, nursery or early SEND settings

Knowledge of early communication tools (Makaton, PECS)

Nurturing and patient approach

Comfortable with personal care and sensory needs

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – EYFS (Stratford‑upon‑Avon)
Location: Stratford‑upon‑Avon
Contract Type: Full‑time
Salary: £89 – £105 per day / £445 – £525 per week

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on EYFS support through play‑based and sensory activities.
• Implement early communication strategies including visuals and modelling.
• Support children with social interaction, self‑regulation and routine building.
• Assist with observations, progress tracking and EHCP‑linked activities.
• Work closely with teachers, SALT and support teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in EYFS, nursery or early SEND settings.
• Knowledge of early communication tools (Makaton, PECS beneficial).
• Nurturing, patient and child‑centred approach.
• Comfortable supporting personal care and sensory needs.

Benefits

• Access to EYFS and SEND‑specific training.
• Long‑term placements in specialist settings.
• Competitive weekly pay.
• Strong local SEND partnerships.

Referral Incentive: If you refer a friend who we place in the job, you receive £50 in shopping vouchers.

Temporary position: This is a temporary role unless otherwise stated.

Equal Opportunities: Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to provide an up‑to‑date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

Exemption: If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short‑term and long‑term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face‑to‑face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact: Allan Elliott
Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 4009

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