EYFS SEN TA
| Posting date: | 15 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £102 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 August 2025 |
| Location: | Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 183839 |
Summary
Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Tameside
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Setting: SEN School | Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Are you passionate about supporting young children with additional needs?
Do you have experience in an Early Years setting and a strong understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN)? If so, we'd love to hear from you!
Role
We're seeking a nurturing and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to support children within the Early Years Foundation Stage at a specialist SEN school in Tameside. Starting in September, this rewarding role will involve working one-to-one and in small groups, supporting children with a range of developmental and learning needs.
You'll play a vital role in creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where every child can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
Responsibilities
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Provide tailored one-to-one and group support for children with additional needs in EYFS
Provide tailored one-to-one and group support for children with additional needs in EYFS
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Work collaboratively with class teachers and the SENCO to implement EHCP targets
Work collaboratively with class teachers and the SENCO to implement EHCP targets
-
Support learning through play, structured activities, and targeted interventions
Support learning through play, structured activities, and targeted interventions
-
Assist with observation, planning, and assessment of individual progress
Assist with observation, planning, and assessment of individual progress
-
Encourage communication, social skills, and emotional regulation
Encourage communication, social skills, and emotional regulation
-
Support with personal care where required
Support with personal care where required
-
Promote a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
Promote a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
Requirements
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Experience working with children in Early Years and/or SEN settings
Experience working with children in Early Years and/or SEN settings
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A relevant qualification (e.g. , Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, or equivalent)
A relevant qualification (e.g. , Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, or equivalent)
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Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and SEN best practices
Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and SEN best practices
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A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to support
A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to support
-
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
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A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare
A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare
Benefits
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A supportive, inclusive school environment
A supportive, inclusive school environment
-
A dedicated SEN team and strong leadership support
A dedicated SEN team and strong leadership support
-
Access to 150+ CPD-accredited training courses to support your career development
Access to 150+ CPD-accredited training courses to support your career development
-
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a child's formative years
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a child's formative years
How to Apply
If you're ready to make a real difference in early education, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now via SENPLOY with your CV.
Please note: This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We act as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
Location: Tameside
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Setting: SEN School | Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Are you passionate about supporting young children with additional needs?
Do you have experience in an Early Years setting and a strong understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN)? If so, we'd love to hear from you!
Role
We're seeking a nurturing and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to support children within the Early Years Foundation Stage at a specialist SEN school in Tameside. Starting in September, this rewarding role will involve working one-to-one and in small groups, supporting children with a range of developmental and learning needs.
You'll play a vital role in creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where every child can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
Responsibilities
-
Provide tailored one-to-one and group support for children with additional needs in EYFS
Provide tailored one-to-one and group support for children with additional needs in EYFS
-
Work collaboratively with class teachers and the SENCO to implement EHCP targets
Work collaboratively with class teachers and the SENCO to implement EHCP targets
-
Support learning through play, structured activities, and targeted interventions
Support learning through play, structured activities, and targeted interventions
-
Assist with observation, planning, and assessment of individual progress
Assist with observation, planning, and assessment of individual progress
-
Encourage communication, social skills, and emotional regulation
Encourage communication, social skills, and emotional regulation
-
Support with personal care where required
Support with personal care where required
-
Promote a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
Promote a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
Requirements
-
Experience working with children in Early Years and/or SEN settings
Experience working with children in Early Years and/or SEN settings
-
A relevant qualification (e.g. , Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, or equivalent)
A relevant qualification (e.g. , Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, or equivalent)
-
Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and SEN best practices
Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and SEN best practices
-
A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to support
A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to support
-
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
-
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
-
A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare
A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare
Benefits
-
A supportive, inclusive school environment
A supportive, inclusive school environment
-
A dedicated SEN team and strong leadership support
A dedicated SEN team and strong leadership support
-
Access to 150+ CPD-accredited training courses to support your career development
Access to 150+ CPD-accredited training courses to support your career development
-
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a child's formative years
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a child's formative years
How to Apply
If you're ready to make a real difference in early education, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now via SENPLOY with your CV.
Please note: This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We act as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.