Foundation SEND TA

Full-Time SEND Teaching Assistant – EYFS & Reception

Location: Sheffield, S14
Role: SEND Teaching Assistant
Phase: EYFS / Reception
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a dedicated and caring SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Sheffield, S14
, supporting children within EYFS and Reception
.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, Early Years practitioner or someone with strong experience supporting children with additional needs who is looking for a full-time, long-term role in a supportive primary school.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to provide tailored support to children with a range of additional needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to children with SEND.
• Supporting children to access the EYFS and Reception curriculum.
• Helping children develop their communication, social and emotional skills
  .
• Supporting children with their learning, development and independence.
• Assisting with phonics, early reading, early writing and early maths activities.
• Supporting children during continuous provision and play-based learning
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• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping children to regulate their emotions.
• Adapting activities and resources to meet individual needs.
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and other professionals.
• Providing personal care where required.
• Maintaining a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

The school is looking for someone who is:

• Experienced working with children within EYFS, Reception or Early Years settings
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• Experienced supporting children with SEND or additional needs
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• Patient, nurturing and confident when supporting young children.
• Able to build positive relationships with children and staff.
• Confident providing 1:1 support and working with small groups.
• Understanding of child development and early years learning.
• Able to support children with communication, behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Reliable, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Passionate about helping children achieve their potential.

A relevant Level 2/Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Early Years qualification would be desirable, although relevant experience will also be considered.

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay.
• Full-time, long-term opportunities.
• A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your placement.
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities.
• Support with your career progression.
• Opportunities to work in a range of excellent schools across Sheffield and South Yorkshire.
• Potential for a permanent position following a successful placement.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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