Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Secondary Schools (SEN Support)

Location: Bolton
Contract: Full-Time | Flexible Day-to-Day Opportunities Available
Role Type: Teaching Assistant / Cover Supervisor

Are you passionate about supporting young people in their education? Do you have experience or a strong interest in working with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistants to work across a range of secondary schools in Bolton.

About the Role:

• Provide support to students with SEN, either one-to-one or in small groups
• Assist teachers in delivering inclusive and engaging lessons
• Help maintain a positive and supportive classroom environment
• Opportunities to work as a Cover Supervisor, delivering pre-set lessons in the absence of the class teacher

What We Offer:

• Full-time roles with consistent placements
• Flexible day-to-day work for those seeking variety or part-time hours
• Supportive school communities and opportunities for professional development
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in students’ lives

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEN
• Confident, patient, and adaptable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine interest in education and student wellbeing

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to begin your career in education, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a dedicated team supporting students across Bolton.

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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