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EYFS Teaching Assistant
Location: Rugby (CV22)
Pay: 395-430 (Weekly Take Home after Tax and NI)
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term
Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm
Start Date: 28/04/2025 (After Easter)
Do you have experience supporting young children with Autism and speech and language needs?
We are looking for a compassionate and experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant to support children with Autism, non-verbal communication needs, and speech & language development in a nurturing early years setting. This role requires experience with Makaton and a strong understanding of communication strategies to help children build essential language and social skills.
About the Role
- Supporting children in an EYFS setting with Autism and non-verbal communication needs.
- Using Makaton and other communication strategies to develop speech and language skills.
- Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individual learning plans.
- Creating a structured, engaging, and inclusive environment to promote development.
- Encouraging social interaction, confidence, and independence in daily routines
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to children with speech and language needs
- Use Makaton, PECS, and other visual communication aids to support language development
- Assist in delivering engaging and sensory-friendly activities tailored to individual needs
- Work collaboratively with teachers, speech and language therapists, and SENCOs
- Monitor progress and adapt support strategies to meet each child's needs
Candidate Requirements
- Experience working with children with Autism and non-verbal communication needs.
- Strong knowledge of Makaton and other communication development strategies.
- A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting young learners.
- Ability to create a calm and structured learning environment.
- A relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, SEND training) is desirable.
About the School
- Two-form entry primary school
- Part of a Multi-Academy Trust
- Supportive school SENCO team
- OFSTED 'Good' rated school
- Forest School area giving access to outdoor learning
Next Steps - Our 5-Step Process
- Apply today with your CV
- Initial call with Jasmine to discuss your experience
- Interview with the school
- Compliance & reference checks
- Start your rewarding new role!
All applicants need a valid DBS and two references for a trial day. If this role isn't suitable, please contact Jasmine at Long Term Futures to discuss your ideal job role. These are some of the job roles you could apply for with Long Term Futures:
SEN Teaching Assistant, SEN Classroom Assistant, SEN Support Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, One to One Teaching Assistant, Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant, Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant, Primary SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant Special Needs, Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant, Special Needs Teaching Assistant, 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant.
This role is commutable from Houlton, Hillmorton, Clifton-upon-Dunsmore, Brownsover, Newbold on Avon, Long Lawford, Church Lawford, Copsewood, Binley, Brandon, Wolston and Bretford (within 1 hour - public transport) + Nuneaton, Bedworth, Wood End, Coventry, Kenilworth, Royal Leamington Spa, Southam, Northampton, Lutterworth and Hinckley (within 30 minutes - driving)
