SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – SEN Support (Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm)

Location: Bolton
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm Potential
Working Hours:

• Monday: 8:30am – 4:20pm
• Tuesday: 8:30am – 4:20pm
• Wednesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm (Training Evening)
• Thursday: 8:30am – 4:20pm
• Friday: 8:30am – 2:30pm

Are you a passionate and proactive Teaching Assistant with a full UK driving licence?
Teaching Personnel is urgently seeking a dedicated and flexible individual to support students with additional needs at a welcoming specialist provision in Bolton.

This role involves both classroom-based support and off-site activities, so confidence in driving and a willingness to engage in day trips is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN
• Drive students to off-site educational and therapeutic sessions
• Promote independence and engagement through tailored support
• Assist in behaviour management aligned with school policies
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and external agencies
• Prepare learning materials and resources
• Support emotional well-being and social development
• Attend weekly staff training on Wednesday evenings

Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence and confidence driving students off-site
• Experience working with young people, ideally with SEN
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive, proactive attitude and team spirit

If you're ready to make a real impact in a supportive educational setting, apply today!

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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