Autism 1:1 Support

Autism 1:1 Support: Special Needs School (SEN)
Start Date: September 2025 (Subject to registration)
Type: Full-time and Flexible Options Available
Location: Bolton, Bury & Salford Placements available

We’re seeking caring, reliable and proactive individuals to join our Bolton-based special needs secondary school as a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting young people with Autism (ASC), Moderate to Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (MLD–PMLD), and a range of complex learning and communication needs.

What You’ll Be Doing: A Day in the Life

1:1 Student Support
You will work closely with an individual student or rotate among students depending on the needs of the class. You’ll build trust and consistency, helping each young person engage in learning, communicate more effectively, and navigate the school day with confidence. You may support emotional regulation, sensory processing, mobility or personal care, depending on the student’s needs.

In the Classroom
You’ll assist the class teacher in delivering adapted lessons to small groups and the whole class. You’ll help prepare resources, support differentiated activities, and maintain a structured and inclusive learning environment. You’ll play a key role in encouraging participation, managing transitions and reinforcing routines that help students thrive.

Daily Learning and Problem-Solving
Every day will bring different challenges and rewards. You’ll learn to adapt your approach depending on what works best for each student, whether that’s supporting a student during a sensory overload, finding a new way to explain a concept, or simply being a steady, reassuring presence.

Collaborative Working
You’ll be part of a wider team of teachers, therapists and support staff. You’ll regularly reflect with colleagues, share strategies, and contribute to consistent and holistic support for each student.

Who This Role Is For

You don’t need formal teaching qualifications, but you should have some experience supporting children or young people - this might be through work, volunteering, family life, or another care-related setting. If you haven’t worked in a school before, please include a short statement explaining how your experience prepares you for working in a special educational needs environment.

This role may be ideal for:

• Psychology, education or health graduates looking for direct experience

• Youth workers, support workers or mentors considering a move into education

• Parents or carers returning to work

• Individuals exploring careers in teaching, therapy, or social care

• Anyone with a calm, patient and flexible approach who is committed to supporting young people with complex needs

What You’ll Gain

• A meaningful role where you’ll make a real impact every day

• Practical experience in a highly supportive SEN setting

• Exposure to a wide range of strategies and approaches used to support students with Autism and complex needs

• Ongoing training and support from a dedicated team

• Full-time and part-time/flexible options to suit your schedule

• A great stepping stone into careers in education, care, psychology or therapy

Next Steps

Once you apply, a member of our team will get in touch to talk through your background, interests and availability. We’ll help match you to a support role that suits you best.

Apply now and start making a difference in the lives of young people with special needs.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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