Autism / SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Bolton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Weekly Pay through PAYE | Competitive, Experience-Based Rate

Start Date: Immediate (following registration)

Teaching Personnel's dedicated SEN team is seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate, and proactive Teaching Assistant to join one of our specialist partner SEN schools in Bolton. This rewarding role offers the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of students with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Complex Learning Difficulties.

The school is exceptionally well-equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including a hydrotherapy suite and sensory play rooms, designed to support student engagement, learning, and wellbeing.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment tailored to meet the unique needs of each student. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Supporting Learning and Development: Work 1:1 or in small groups, following students' individual Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) to support a variety of learning activities.
2. Promoting Emotional Wellbeing: Foster a nurturing environment, helping students regulate emotions, build confidence, and engage positively with their peers and surroundings.
3. Collaborating with the Classroom Teacher: Assist in planning and delivering creative, engaging lessons, adapting activities and resources to ensure accessibility for all students.
4. Using Specialist Resources: Work with tools like Alternative Communication Boards, Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) cards, and sensory equipment. (No prior experience required - full training provided!)
5. Personal Care and Daily Living Support: Support students with activities such as dressing, feeding, and personal hygiene where required, ensuring dignity and respect are maintained at all times.

We're seeking individuals with a caring, proactive mindset who are passionate about supporting young people. Ideally, you'll have:

1. Experience Working with Children: This can be professional (e.g., in a school, nursery, or care setting) or personal (e.g., supporting a family member with additional needs).
2. Special Educational Needs Experience (Desirable): Prior experience working with SEN or Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs is an advantage, but not essential.
3. Adaptable and Positive Attitude: An outgoing, approachable, and resilient personality, with the confidence to take initiative in a busy classroom setting.
4. Commitment to Safeguarding: A strong understanding of (or willingness to learn) safeguarding procedures, ensuring student safety and wellbeing at all times.

Benefits:

1. Ongoing Support and Training: Access to continuous professional development opportunities, including SEN-specific training courses.
2. Variety and Progression: Work across different classrooms and year groups, gaining valuable experience in a specialist setting.
3. Supportive Environment: Join a dedicated, friendly team passionate about making a difference for students with SEN.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge, please submit an updated copy of your CV. A member of our team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

All roles are subject to professional references and DBS certification (or a willingness to apply for one).

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'.