Teaching Assistant (Level 2) – SEN Focus (Full Time)
Location: Bolton (BL1 postcode area)
Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour
Start Date: May Half Term
Duration: Until the end of the academic year (with potential to continue into the next academic year)
About the Role
Teaching Personnel is seeking a compassionate and experienced Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in the BL1 area of Bolton. This role has a strong focus on supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) within a Key Stage 1 (KS1) setting.
Starting from May half term, this is a full-time position through to the end of the academic year, with the opportunity to continue into the next academic year for the right candidate. The successful applicant will play a key role in helping children with additional needs access learning, develop confidence, and thrive in a nurturing classroom environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide dedicated support to pupils with SEN on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Adapt learning materials and activities to meet individual needs and abilities
- Support pupils with a range of needs (e.g. ASD, speech and language difficulties, SEMH)
- Deliver and reinforce phonics sessions tailored to pupils requiring additional support
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement EHCP targets and strategies
- Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social development
- Monitor progress and provide feedback on pupil development
Requirements
- Previous experience supporting children with SEN is essential
- Experience working within KS1
- Strong understanding of phonics and experience delivering interventions
- Knowledge of different SEN needs and strategies to support them effectively
- A calm, patient, and nurturing approach
- Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate of £14.25
- Full-time, long-term opportunity
- Potential to continue into the next academic year
- Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
- Access to relevant CPD and SEN-focused training
If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a real difference in their early education, we encourage you to apply today.
Apply now with Teaching Personnel to take the next step in your SEN support career.
Please email on laura.floyd@teachingpersonnel.com or call on 01772 386242
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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