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Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant

Job title: Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant
Contract type: Temporary
Location: Rochdale
Industry: Primary
Salary: £95 - £115 per day
Reference: EYFSsen_1752569412
Contact name: Aspire People Limited
Contact email: Mica@aspirepeople.co.uk

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Reception Classroom (Full Time)
Rochdale | September 2025 - July 2026 | 8:30am - 3:30pm |

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs in the early years of their education? A nurturing and inclusive primary school in Rochdale is looking for a compassionate and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils within their Reception classroom from September 2025 to December 2025, the school will be looking to take the Teaching Assistant onto a perm contract from Jan 2026.

The Role:
* Full-time, term-time only: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
* Working within a Reception classroom to support children with a range of special educational needs (SEN)
* Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual learning and developmental needs
* Assisting with early learning activities including phonics, speech and language support, and social skills
* Helping children with classroom routines, sensory regulation, and transitions throughout the day
* Collaborating closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support plans

What We're Looking For:
* Experience working with children with SEN, particularly in an EYFS setting (desirable)
* A calm, patient, and caring approach
* Strong communication and observation skills
* Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with young children
* Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support or childcare are an advantage

Why Join This School?
* Supportive and inclusive school environment
* Welcoming team with a strong focus on child-centred learning
* Valuable opportunity to gain experience in both EYFS and SEN support
* Ongoing professional development available

If you have a passion for making a real difference in a child's early school experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us for more information!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

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