EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 04 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £105 to £115 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 August 2025 |
| Location: | Mansfield, Nottinghamshire |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 182884 |
Summary
EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant - NG18
Location: Mansfield, NG18
Weekly Rate: £105 - £115
Contract: Long-term to permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Start Date: September 2025
Are you a nurturing and proactive EYFS Teaching Assistant looking to support pupils with additional needs in Reception and Year 1?
About the Role
Long Term Futures are working with a well-supported primary school in NG18 to appoint an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant. This full-time position focuses on supporting children with speech, language and communication needs, autism, and developmental delay across Reception and Year 1.
You will play a vital role in promoting early communication, using tools like Makaton and visual aids, while providing both 1:1 and small group support. A calm, patient, and flexible approach is key, alongside experience working in early years and supporting SEN pupils.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Reception and Year 1 pupils with additional needs, including ASD and communication delay
- Provide 1:1 and small group interventions using structured play and visual supports
- Use Makaton, visual timetables, and consistent routines to aid understanding
- Deliver personal care where required, supporting independence and daily routines
- Collaborate with teachers and the SENCO to deliver tailored strategies
- Help create a calm, sensory-aware learning space that promotes inclusion
What We're Looking For
- Level 2/3 TA or Early Years qualification
- SEN experience in EYFS or Key Stage 1 (particularly ASD, SLCN, and personal care)
- Makaton training or confidence with alternative communication tools
- A nurturing and resilient approach with strong behaviour support skills
- Committed to helping young children thrive through personalised support
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
- Long-term, full-time opportunities with permanent potential
- A network of schools across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire
- Dedicated consultant offering ongoing advice and support
- Trial days before placement to ensure the right fit
- Free CPD training in Autism Support, Behaviour Management, and more
Next Steps - Our 5-Step Process
- Apply - Send your CV via the application page
- Initial Call - We'll discuss your experience and preferences
- Matching - We'll find the best role for you
- Trial Day - Meet the school and team before committing
- Start Work - Begin supporting pupils in your new role
All applicants must hold a valid DBS and two satisfactory references to attend a trial.
If this role isn't quite right for you, get in touch with India @ Long Term Futures to explore similar roles across the region.
Location: Mansfield, NG18
Weekly Rate: £105 - £115
Contract: Long-term to permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Start Date: September 2025
Are you a nurturing and proactive EYFS Teaching Assistant looking to support pupils with additional needs in Reception and Year 1?
About the Role
Long Term Futures are working with a well-supported primary school in NG18 to appoint an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant. This full-time position focuses on supporting children with speech, language and communication needs, autism, and developmental delay across Reception and Year 1.
You will play a vital role in promoting early communication, using tools like Makaton and visual aids, while providing both 1:1 and small group support. A calm, patient, and flexible approach is key, alongside experience working in early years and supporting SEN pupils.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Reception and Year 1 pupils with additional needs, including ASD and communication delay
- Provide 1:1 and small group interventions using structured play and visual supports
- Use Makaton, visual timetables, and consistent routines to aid understanding
- Deliver personal care where required, supporting independence and daily routines
- Collaborate with teachers and the SENCO to deliver tailored strategies
- Help create a calm, sensory-aware learning space that promotes inclusion
What We're Looking For
- Level 2/3 TA or Early Years qualification
- SEN experience in EYFS or Key Stage 1 (particularly ASD, SLCN, and personal care)
- Makaton training or confidence with alternative communication tools
- A nurturing and resilient approach with strong behaviour support skills
- Committed to helping young children thrive through personalised support
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
- Long-term, full-time opportunities with permanent potential
- A network of schools across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire
- Dedicated consultant offering ongoing advice and support
- Trial days before placement to ensure the right fit
- Free CPD training in Autism Support, Behaviour Management, and more
Next Steps - Our 5-Step Process
- Apply - Send your CV via the application page
- Initial Call - We'll discuss your experience and preferences
- Matching - We'll find the best role for you
- Trial Day - Meet the school and team before committing
- Start Work - Begin supporting pupils in your new role
All applicants must hold a valid DBS and two satisfactory references to attend a trial.
If this role isn't quite right for you, get in touch with India @ Long Term Futures to explore similar roles across the region.