Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant - EYFS & Reception** Manchester & Surrounding Areas | Full-Time & Part-Time | Aspire People Are you an experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting young children with additional needs? Aspire People are recruiting Early Years SEND Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools and early years settings in Manchester and the surrounding areas. These opportunities are ideal for candidates who understand the importance of early intervention and enjoy helping children develop their communication, social skills, independence and confidence. We have opportunities available now for candidates looking for full-time or regular part-time work. **The Role:** - Supporting children with SEND within EYFS and Reception - Providing 1:1 and small-group support - Supporting children with ASD, speech and language needs and communication difficulties - Assisting with play-based learning and early development activities - Supporting early phonics, communication and numeracy - Helping children follow routines and transitions - Supporting sensory activities and emotional regulation - Working closely with class teachers, EYFS staff and SENCOs **The Ideal Candidate:** - Has relevant experience working with children in EYFS or Reception - Has experience supporting children with additional needs - Has recent UK school or early years experience - Understands early childhood development - Has a patient, nurturing and supportive approach - Is available for full-time or regular part-time work **Why Work with Aspire People?** - Immediate and ongoing opportunities - Full-time and part-time roles - Daily supply and long-term placements - Competitive daily pay rates - Dedicated consultant support - Opportunities across EYFS, Nursery and Reception If you have relevant Early Years and SEND experience and are looking for your next opportunity, please reply with your most up-to-date CV and confirm your availability. Relevant experience supporting children in an Early Years or primary school setting is essential. 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