Early Years Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - EYFS (September Start, Full-Time)

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (35 hrs/week, Mon-Fri)

The Role

• Provide dedicated, personalised support on a 1:1 basis to a child with special educational needs within our EYFS class.
• Assist the EYFS teacher in delivering high-quality, inclusive early years learning experiences in both group and independent settings.
• Help build a safe, welcoming environment, including setting up stimulating continuous provision and leading focused interventions (e.g., phonics, speech & language).
• Contribute to observations, assessments, and planning next steps in partnership with EYFS staff.
• Collaborate closely with the SENCO, class teacher, parents, and outside professionals to support the pupil's progress.
• Support routines, personal care, mealtimes, behaviour strategies, and wellbeing in line with our EYFS framework.

What We're Looking For

• Level 2 (or above) qualification in Supporting Teaching & Learning (or similar), or equivalent experience in an EYFS setting
• Experience working 1:1 with children with additional needs (SEN/SEND).
• Knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework and child development.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to establish nurturing relationships.
• Patience, flexibility, empathy, and a positive, child-centred approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, liaising with colleagues, parents, and external agencies

We Offer

• A supportive, inclusive staff culture where wellbeing is central
• Professional development opportunities, including SEND training and CPD.
• A vibrant, diverse EYFS setting where every child is valued.
• Term-time working contract.

If you are interested in the role please apply today with a recent CV. All applicants will be contacted within 3 working days.