EYFS TA

Prospero Teaching • Temporary • Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom • £92.63 - £110 / day • 6h ago

Prospero Teaching are recruiting for a welcoming and supportive primary school in Birmingham. They are seeking a dedicated and compassionate EYFS Teaching Assistant with a strong interest in Special Educational Needs (SEN) support to join their Early Years team from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a nurturing and inclusive school environment that is committed to providing high-quality education and tailored support for young learners, including pupils with additional needs, during the crucial early stages of development.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting children across the EYFS setting, particularly those with SEN, helping to create a positive, engaging, and safe learning environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The Role:
Supporting the class teacher within the EYFS classroom
Providing targeted 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional needs, including ASD, speech and language difficulties, and social/emotional needs
Assisting with phonics, sensory learning activities, and structured play-based interventions
Adapting activities to meet individual learning needs and abilities
Encouraging communication, independence, and pupil engagement
Supporting childrens social, emotional, and behavioural development using positive behaviour strategies
Working closely with the SENCO, class teacher, and external professionals where required
Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will:
Have previous experience working within an EYFS or SEN setting
Have a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and inclusive practice
Have experience supporting children with additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, or SEMH
Be patient, nurturing, and resilient
Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
Be passionate about supporting children with SEN to reach their full potential
Be reliable, proactive, and adaptable to the needs of individual pupils

The School Offers:
A supportive and friendly staff team
A welcoming and inclusive school environment
Opportunities for ongoing professional development in SEN and Early Years practice
Well-resourced EYFS and SEN provision
Strong leadership and support from senior staff and the SENCO

Requirements to Work with Prospero Teaching:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold a valid, enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one)
Provide two child-related professional references covering the last two years

If you are an experienced EYFS Teaching Assistant with a passion for SEN support and are looking for a rewarding new opportunity in Central East Birmingham, we would love to hear from you.

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