SEN Teaching Assistant

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Our Team as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Bolton!

Teaching Personnel is currently working in partnership with a specialist SEN school in Bolton, seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team full-time. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and complex learning difficulties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN

• Assist in delivering tailored lessons and learning activities under the direction of the class teacher

• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment

• Support pupils with personal care (if required)

• Monitor progress and provide feedback to the teaching team

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (school-based or care settings)

• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work Monday to Friday, during term-time school hours

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

What We Offer:

• Full-time position with consistent hours (Monday to Friday, school hours)

• Competitive daily rates of pay, paid weekly

• Access to CPD courses and training opportunities via Teaching Personnel

• Supportive consultant and ongoing career guidance

• Opportunity to make a real impact in a SEN school environment

Apply Now!

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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