At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young children with additional needs in an EYFS SEND setting.
- Company: Join TeacherActive, a leading education recruitment agency with 20 years of experience.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, dedicated support, and access to diverse teaching opportunities.
- Other info: Immediate start in a friendly, supportive team focused on education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your SEND career.
- Qualifications: Experience in EYFS or SEND settings and a passion for supporting children.
The predicted salary is between 22500 - 27500 £ per year.
Are you a passionate and resilient SEND Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist school in the WA12 area, who are looking to appoint a dedicated EYFS SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs within their Early Years provision. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who has experience supporting young children with complex SEND needs, particularly those who are non-verbal and may display challenging physical behaviours.
The Role:
- Supporting pupils within an EYFS SEND setting.
- Working closely with children who are non-verbal and require additional communication support.
- Providing support to pupils who may display physical behaviours that challenge.
- Using positive handling strategies and proactive behaviour management approaches.
- Supporting pupils with communication, sensory needs and emotional regulation.
- Building strong, trusting relationships with children to help them feel safe, secure and understood.
- Working collaboratively with the class teacher and wider support team to ensure every child's individual needs are met.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Has previous experience working within an EYFS or SEND setting.
- Is confident supporting pupils with non-verbal communication needs.
- Has experience managing and supporting challenging physical behaviours.
- Has a good understanding of sensory needs, emotional regulation and individual behaviour plans.
- Is patient, nurturing, resilient and adaptable.
- Can remain calm and consistent in challenging situations.
- Has a genuine passion for supporting young children with additional needs.
We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who understand the importance of building relationships, recognising individual triggers and using proactive strategies to prevent escalation.
Why Work with TeacherActive?
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant.
- Access to a wide range of teaching and support opportunities.
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
- A friendly and supportive team who understand the education sector.
Location: WA12
Setting: EYFS Specialist SEND Provision
Start: Immediate / ASAP
Hours: Full-time
If you have the experience, patience and passion to make a real difference to young children's lives, we want to hear from you! Apply today with TeacherActive and take the next step in your SEND career!
Locations
EYFS SEND Teaching Assistant Required in Newton, St. Helens employer: TeacherActive
At TeacherActive, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that values the contributions of every team member. Our commitment to professional development ensures that our nursery practitioners have ample opportunities for growth and advancement, all while working in the vibrant community of Lymm, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children in their formative years.
