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.
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Salary description
£475.00 - £525.00 per week