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Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Ashton-under-Lyne
Pay: £110+ per day
Hours: Monday-Friday
Start: ASAP
Contract: Long-term
We are looking for an experienced and engaging Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Ashton-under-Lyne.
The successful candidate will need to understand that children in Early Years develop at different rates and be able to adapt activities and communication to suit individual needs.
You will work alongside the class teacher and Early Years team, supporting children through play, structured activities, and everyday classroom routines.
This Could Include
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support
- Supporting communication and language development
- Encouraging interaction and cooperative play
- Supporting sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing
- Helping children with transitions and routines
- Encouraging independence and self-help skills
- Adapting activities to make learning accessible
- Supporting positive behaviour
- Helping children work towards individual targets
- Supporting personal care where required
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A key part of the role will be getting down to the children's level, engaging them through play, and building trusting relationships.
You Will Ideally Have
- Early Years, Nursery, Reception, or SEN experience
- A patient and nurturing approach
- Good communication skills
- The ability to build relationships quickly
- Confidence supporting children with additional needs
- A proactive approach and willingness to get involved
- The ability to remain calm and consistent
- A genuine interest in children's development
Childcare professionals, Nursery Practitioners, Teaching Assistants, and Support Workers with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
Previous experience working with children
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- SEN or Early Years experience is desirable
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
- Right to work in the UK
- Two suitable references
If you are an Early Years professional who enjoys helping children develop, communicate, and become more independent, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant role.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2026) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.
Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
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