SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT – EYFS | LEIGH Make a difference from the very beginning. We are currently looking for a caring, patient and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to support a young child in EYFS within a mainstream primary school in Leigh . This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about early years education and wants to provide consistent, nurturing and individualised support to help a child thrive in the classroom.
The Role
You will work closely with the child on a 1:1 basis , supporting them to access learning, develop their confidence and build positive relationships within the school environment. The child has ADHD , so we are looking for someone who understands that every child learns differently and can provide calm, consistent and supportive guidance throughout the school day. Your role will include: Supporting the child to access the EYFS curriculum Building a trusting and positive relationship Providing strategies to support attention, focus and engagement Helping the child develop independence and confidence Supporting positive interaction with peers Adapting activities to meet individual needs Providing calm and consistent support when the child becomes overwhelmed Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team Monitoring and celebrating progress, however big or small The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is: Experienced working with children with SEND Ideally experienced within EYFS or Early Years Understanding of ADHD and neurodiversity Patient, calm and nurturing Consistent and reliable Creative and able to think on their feet Confident supporting behaviour positively A strong communicator and team player Passionate about helping children reach their potential Experience is important, but the right attitude is just as valuable. This child needs someone who can see beyond behaviour, understand their individual needs and help them feel safe, supported and successful in school.
Location
Leigh, Greater Manchester Mainstream Primary School EYFS – 1:1 SEND Support ADHD Support If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, SEND professional, Early Years practitioner or someone with a genuine passion for supporting children, we'd love to hear from you. Contact Jake : 0161 526 0850 One child. One relationship. One opportunity to make a lasting difference. TeachingAssistant SENDTeachingAssistant SENDJobs LeighJobs WiganJobs EYFS EarlyYears ADHD Neurodiversity SEN SpecialEducationalNeeds TeachingJobs PrimarySchool EducationJobs GreaterManchester MakeADifference SEND Inclusion Support is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right to work checks and verification of qualifications, where applicable.
SEND TA in Leigh employer: SEND INCLUSION SUPPORT LIMITED
At SEND Inclusion Support, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Our Wigan school offers a collaborative culture where you can make a meaningful impact in a child's life while benefiting from ongoing professional development and training opportunities. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of both our pupils and staff, we ensure that every team member feels valued and empowered in their role.
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SEND INCLUSION SUPPORT LIMITED Recruitment Team
