1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Bury

Justteachers Ltd; Bury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd. is seeking a compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a primary special needs school in Bury. This full-time role focuses on providing individualised support to a pupil with additional needs to access learning.

The role involves working with a multidisciplinary team to implement EHCP plans, support emotional and social development, and adapt activities to promote independence in a nurturing setting.

Qualifications

• Previous SEND experience in school or 1:1 setting.
• Calm, patient, empathetic with strong behaviour management.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to supporting academic and personal development.
• Two relevant references (education or care background).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a specific pupil, enabling access to learning.
• Collaborate with class teacher and SENCO on learning plans (EHCPs).
• Support emotional and social development using positive behaviour strategies.
• Adapt resources and activities to meet pupil's needs and promote independence.
• Foster a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Experience with SEND

Primary education experience

Tools

EHCPs

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers is seeking a compassionate and committed 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary special needs school in Bury. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a real difference by providing individualised support to a child with additional needs.

The school caters for pupils with a variety of complex needs, including autism, learning difficulties, communication challenges, and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs. Staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing, structured, and engaging environment where every child is supported to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support for a specific pupil, helping them access learning and develop key skills.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to follow individual learning plans (EHCPs).
• Support the pupil’s emotional and social development, using positive behaviour strategies.
• Adapt resources and activities to meet the child’s needs and encourage independence.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment.

Pre-requisites:

• Experience supporting children with SEND, ideally in a school or 1:1 setting.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach with strong behaviour management skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to supporting the child’s academic and personal development.
• Two relevant references, preferably from an education or care background.