Reception Teaching Assistant
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Reception Location: Little Lever, Bolton Salary: £95-£110 per day, dependent on experience Contract: Long-term, full-time, with potential for a permanent position Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about Early Years and Special Educational Needs ? Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in the Little Lever area of Bolton.
The successful candidate will provide dedicated support to a child in Reception with high-level additional needs, including significant communication difficulties.
This child requires a consistent, nurturing adult who can provide support throughout the school day while ensuring they are able to participate in learning and development opportunities alongside their peers.
The Role
- Providing consistent 1:1 support within a Reception classroom.
- Supporting a child with ASD and significant communication needs.
- Helping the child access the EYFS curriculum and play-based learning.
- Supporting communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
- Adapting activities to meet individual needs.
- Supporting classroom routines and transitions.
- Encouraging independence and participation.
- Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO.
- Providing a calm, predictable and nurturing presence.
The Ideal Candidate
You will ideally have:
- Previous EYFS experience - essential.
- Experience supporting children with SEN and/or ASD.
- A genuine passion for working with children with additional needs.
- A good understanding of early childhood development.
- Excellent patience and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to support both SEN needs and learning/development .
- A calm, consistent and nurturing approach.
- The resilience and commitment required to provide dedicated 1:1 support.
The school is particularly keen to hear from candidates who genuinely want to develop their experience within EYFS and SEN .
Every day will be different, and progress may be measured through small but hugely important steps in communication, confidence, independence and engagement.
This is a long-term role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
If you have strong EYFS experience and a passion for SEN, apply today through Tradewind Recruitment. #INDMANC