EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant
Educato Limited, Whitefield, Bury
EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant
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Educato Limited, Whitefield, Bury
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 15 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 69fbea430f8f4b67be565f8fc557b680
Location ref: Whitefield, Bury
Full Job Description
A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Whitefield is seeking a caring and dedicated EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity supporting children within the Early Years Foundation Stage who have a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), developmental delays, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
The school provides a nurturing, supportive and inclusive learning environment where every child is encouraged to develop their confidence, independence and skills. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider multidisciplinary team to provide personalised support that enables children to access learning, develop social skills and achieve their individual goals.
Key Responsibilities
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Providing 1:1 and small group support for children with additional needs within the EYFS setting.
Providing 1:1 and small group support for children with additional needs within the EYFS setting.
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Supporting children's communication, language, social and emotional development through structured activities and play-based learning.
Supporting children's communication, language, social and emotional development through structured activities and play-based learning.
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Assisting with the implementation of EHCPs, individual learning plans and targeted interventions.
Assisting with the implementation of EHCPs, individual learning plans and targeted interventions.
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Supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication needs, developmental delays and sensory needs.
Supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication needs, developmental delays and sensory needs.
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Encouraging independence, confidence and positive engagement in classroom activities.
Encouraging independence, confidence and positive engagement in classroom activities.
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Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
A dedicated and experienced leadership and SEN team.
A dedicated and experienced leadership and SEN team.
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A nurturing EYFS environment focused on children's individual development.
A nurturing EYFS environment focused on children's individual development.
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Excellent resources and facilities to support learning., Have experience supporting children within an EYFS, nursery or primary school setting.
Have experience supporting children within an EYFS, nursery or primary school setting.
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Have experience working with children with Special Educational Needs.
Have experience working with children with Special Educational Needs.
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Be patient, compassionate and nurturing, with a genuine passion for supporting young learners.
Be patient, compassionate and nurturing, with a genuine passion for supporting young learners.
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Be confident supporting children's communication, social development and emotional regulation.
Be confident supporting children's communication, social development and emotional regulation.
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Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
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Be adaptable, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a wider support team.
Be adaptable, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a wider support team.
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Have the right to work in the UK and full-time availability.
Have the right to work in the UK and full-time availability.
Desirable:
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Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, Early Years or an equivalent qualification.
Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare, Early Years or an equivalent qualification.
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Experience supporting children with ASC, speech and language needs or developmental delays.
Experience supporting children with ASC, speech and language needs or developmental delays.
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Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, AAC or other communication strategies.
Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, AAC or other communication strategies.
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Team Teach, MAPA or similar behaviour management training.
Team Teach, MAPA or similar behaviour management training.
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Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework.
Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework.
Competitive daily pay of £102-£115.
Competitive daily pay of £102-£115.