SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Personal Care
BL4 (Bolton area)
£89.38 - £95 per day

Immediate & Ongoing Opportunities

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? Do you have the patience, empathy and commitment to make a real difference in a child’s life?

We are looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in the BL4 area. This role involves working closely with pupils who require extra help with their learning, as well as providing personal care support where needed.

What We Offer:

• School-Based SEN Experience: Work directly with pupils with a range of additional needs.

• Specialist Training: Thrive training and optional Level 2 Teaching Assistant training at a discounted rate.

• Ongoing Development: Regular CPD opportunities to build your SEN knowledge and classroom skills.

• Supportive Environment: Join a caring school team dedicated to inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils with special educational needs.

• Assist with personal care routines, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.

• Support classroom activities and adapt tasks to meet pupil needs.

• Work alongside teachers and SENCO to deliver tailored learning plans.

• Help promote independence, confidence, and social skills.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children with SEN (school, care or voluntary background welcome).

• Comfortable providing personal care support where required.

• Patient, resilient, and able to build strong relationships with pupils.

• Passionate about helping every child reach their potential.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with additional needs, while gaining valuable school-based SEN experience.

Apply today to start your journey as an SEN Teaching Assistant in BL4!

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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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