Job Title: EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) Location: Grantham Salary: £83.33 – 95.00 per day [Depending on experience] Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time About Us: GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Grantham.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced individual passionate about supporting young learners with special educational needs (SEN).
Role Overview As an EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant , you will provide tailored support to children in the Early Years Foundation Stage with SEN.
Your role will be pivotal in ensuring every child thrives in a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities: Provide one-to-one or small group support for students with special educational needs (SEN).
Support students in their classroom activities, ensuring they understand tasks and feel engaged in their learning.
Assist with the preparation and adaptation of resources to meet the specific needs of the students.
Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and learning strategies.
Promote the social, emotional, and physical well-being of students.
Support students during break times and extracurricular activities.
Help manage classroom behaviour and encourage positive interactions among students.
Maintain accurate records of progress and contribute to regular assessments and reports.
Ideal Candidate: We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and is committed to helping them thrive.
The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience working with children, particularly those with special educational needs (SEN), is desirable.
A strong understanding of SEN, including autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, or other developmental needs.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff.
Patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate and inspire students.
A proactive and flexible approach to supporting students' individual needs.
Relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent (desirable, but not essential).
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children To work with GSL Education as an EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) , you should: Have the right to work in the UK.
Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
Have an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
What We Offer: Competitive Pay: Earn between £83.33 – 95.00 per day , depending on experience .
Immediate Start: Begin teaching straight away in a supportive and dynamic school environment.
Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training and career growth.
Cultural Engagement: Teach languages in a way that fosters global understanding and communication.
Positive School Culture: Work in a school that promotes collaboration, student well-being, and continuous improvement.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate 'EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)' ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Grantham!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK . For more information or to register your interest in the 'EYFS SEN Teaching Assistant (TA)' in a secondary schoolrole, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.