Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant in Halifax and Calderdale
Halifax, West Yorkshire
Do you know early child development well enough to spot when a child needs a bit more help? Schools across Halifax and Calderdale are asking for SEN Teaching Assistants for Reception and early years classes.
About the Role
Some needs only become clear once a child starts school. While assessments happen, the adult beside them makes a huge difference. You will support young children with speech and language delay, autism or other emerging needs through play, routine and lots of modelled language. Simple visuals and signing will be part of your toolkit, and you may help with toileting and personal care. Your observations matter too, because careful notes help the class teacher and SENCO understand what each child needs. Bookings are long term so young children have a consistent adult. Work covers Halifax, Sowerby Bridge, Elland, Brighouse and the wider Calderdale area.
Key Responsibilities
- Support young children with emerging SEND through play and routine
- Use simple visuals, signing and modelled language
- Help with toileting and personal care where needed
- Observe and note behaviours to support assessment
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO
Requirements
- Experience in early years, Reception or nursery
- Some experience of SEND, speech delay or autism
- A gentle, patient and playful approach
- Comfortable with personal care
- All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred List check, references and right to work checks.
What We Offer
- £85 to £110 per day, depending on experience
- A dedicated local consultant on 0113 460 1938
- Long term work around your availability
- Free help with your safer recruitment checks
- Consideration for other early years and SEN roles