Job Description

Are you passionate about helping young children thrive in their earliest years of learning? Do you have experience in Early Years or supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEND)? This is a fantastic opportunity to build a meaningful, flexible career while making a lasting impact.

Sense Education

is working with a welcoming and inclusive

mainstream primary school in Leeds

that's looking for a

committed Early Years Teaching Assistant

to join their supportive team. Whether you're qualified in childcare or bring hands-on experience, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role:

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you'll be working closely with children in the

EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

--particularly those with additional needs--to support their development and wellbeing in a nurturing classroom environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing

1:1 or small group support

to children with SEND Helping pupils reach key

early development milestones

Supporting early learning in

literacy, numeracy, communication, and play

Encouraging

positive behaviour, social skills, and emotional regulation

Working collaboratively with teachers and the SEND team to deliver tailored learning Building strong, caring relationships with children to support confidence and wellbeing
This is a

rewarding and hands-on role

where no two days are the same--and every day offers a chance to make a difference.

Who We're Looking For:

We're open to a wide range of backgrounds. You might be:

Experienced in Early Years settings or SEND support A qualified Teaching Assistant, Early Years Practitioner, or childcare professional (not essential) Patient, kind, and confident supporting emotional and sensory needs A team player who communicates clearly and works with initiative Passionate about helping young children learn, grow, and feel safe
The School:

This inclusive, child-centred school in

Leeds

supports children in the early stages of education, including those with Autism and communication needs. The team is experienced, supportive, and deeply committed to nurturing every child's potential.

Hours & Schedule:

Location:

Leeds

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

Contract:

Long-term, flexible hours available (part-time or full-time)

Pay:

90.00-105.00 per day
The Benefits:

Weekly pay Career progression in

childcare, education, psychology or social care

Potential for long-term or permanent placement Access to free CPD and professional development
If you're ready to help shape bright futures and grow your own career in early years education -- we'd love to hear from you.

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm

Pay: 90.00-105.00 per day

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person