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SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant – BL5 Westhoughton
Location: BL5 Westhoughton
Start Date: April 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only
Pay Rate: £14.50 – £15.55 per hour (depending on experience)
Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs? We are seeking a dedicated SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a warm, inclusive primary setting in the Westhaughton area of Bolton . This rewarding role will involve working closely with a pupil who requires additional support, helping them flourish academically, socially, and emotionally.
About the School
This welcoming and supportive primary environment is committed to meeting the individual needs of every child. Staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing atmosphere where pupils feel valued, engaged, and able to reach their full potential.
Job Description
• Provide high-quality 1:1 support to a pupil with specific SEN needs
• Assist with classroom activities, behaviour regulation, and personal development
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored strategies
• Track progress and relay updates to staff and parents
Ideal Candidate
• Experience supporting children with SEN such as Autism, ADHD, or Speech & Language needs
• Patient, nurturing, and able to build positive relationships
• Adaptable, proactive, and confident supporting learning in different contexts
• Level 2/3 TA qualification (or equivalent) desirable but not essential
Benefits of Working Through Teaching Personnel
• Competitive hourly rates
• Access to roles in a wide range of local primary schools
• Weekly pay through an easy online timesheet system
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunities for long-term or permanent employment
CPD Opportunities
We offer a range of free and subsidised professional development courses, including:
• Autism Awareness
• Thrive Approach
• Behaviour Management
• Safeguarding & Child Protection
• Team Teach (positive handling strategies)
Apply Now- Click Apply Now or get in touch with the recruitment team for further details.
Please call on 01772 386242 or email laura.floyd@teachingpersonnel.com
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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