SEN Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 25 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £102 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 October 2025 |
| Location: | Oldham, Greater Manchester |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 189434 |
Summary
Location: Greater Manchester
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Pay: £90-£105 per day (depending on experience)
We are working with a primary school with a dedicated Early Years SEN base who are seeking a committed and enthusiastic EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children in the early stages of education who present with a range of special educational needs, including Autism, communication and interaction difficulties, and developmental delays.
The role requires a patient, nurturing and flexible approach, with the ability to adapt learning and play activities to suit the individual needs of each child. You will work closely with the SENCO and teaching staff to ensure every child is supported to achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide 1:1 and small group support to children in the SEN base
Provide 1:1 and small group support to children in the SEN base
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Assist with the delivery of individualised learning programmes tailored to children's needs
Assist with the delivery of individualised learning programmes tailored to children's needs
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Encourage communication, social skills and independence through play and structured activities
Encourage communication, social skills and independence through play and structured activities
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Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals
Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals
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Support children's personal, emotional, and physical development, including personal care where required
Support children's personal, emotional, and physical development, including personal care where required
Requirements:
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Previous experience working in Early Years with children who have SEN
Previous experience working in Early Years with children who have SEN
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Knowledge of strategies such as visual timetables, PECS or Makaton is desirable
Knowledge of strategies such as visual timetables, PECS or Makaton is desirable
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A nurturing and empathetic approach with strong communication skills
A nurturing and empathetic approach with strong communication skills
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Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) preferred
Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) preferred
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A proactive and flexible attitude to working with varying needs
A proactive and flexible attitude to working with varying needs
What the School Offers:
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A supportive and welcoming staff team
A supportive and welcoming staff team
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Access to CPD and training opportunities in SEN support
Access to CPD and training opportunities in SEN support
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The chance to make a positive impact in the lives of young children
The chance to make a positive impact in the lives of young children
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated EYFS SEN TA to become part of a specialist provision that makes a real difference to children and their families.
Apply now to be considered for this rewarding role starting in September.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Pay: £90-£105 per day (depending on experience)
We are working with a primary school with a dedicated Early Years SEN base who are seeking a committed and enthusiastic EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children in the early stages of education who present with a range of special educational needs, including Autism, communication and interaction difficulties, and developmental delays.
The role requires a patient, nurturing and flexible approach, with the ability to adapt learning and play activities to suit the individual needs of each child. You will work closely with the SENCO and teaching staff to ensure every child is supported to achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Provide 1:1 and small group support to children in the SEN base
Provide 1:1 and small group support to children in the SEN base
-
Assist with the delivery of individualised learning programmes tailored to children's needs
Assist with the delivery of individualised learning programmes tailored to children's needs
-
Encourage communication, social skills and independence through play and structured activities
Encourage communication, social skills and independence through play and structured activities
-
Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals
Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals
-
Support children's personal, emotional, and physical development, including personal care where required
Support children's personal, emotional, and physical development, including personal care where required
Requirements:
-
Previous experience working in Early Years with children who have SEN
Previous experience working in Early Years with children who have SEN
-
Knowledge of strategies such as visual timetables, PECS or Makaton is desirable
Knowledge of strategies such as visual timetables, PECS or Makaton is desirable
-
A nurturing and empathetic approach with strong communication skills
A nurturing and empathetic approach with strong communication skills
-
Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) preferred
Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) preferred
-
A proactive and flexible attitude to working with varying needs
A proactive and flexible attitude to working with varying needs
What the School Offers:
-
A supportive and welcoming staff team
A supportive and welcoming staff team
-
Access to CPD and training opportunities in SEN support
Access to CPD and training opportunities in SEN support
-
The chance to make a positive impact in the lives of young children
The chance to make a positive impact in the lives of young children
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated EYFS SEN TA to become part of a specialist provision that makes a real difference to children and their families.
Apply now to be considered for this rewarding role starting in September.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.