Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Hyndburn; On-site; GBP 23,887 - 31,850; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a warm, inclusive SEND primary school in Bury, Manchester. The role involves supporting pupils with diverse needs across Early Years, KS1 and KS2, providing 1:1 and small group support, and helping students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

You will build positive relationships, assist with lesson delivery, and contribute to a nurturing environment where every child can reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND in a school or care setting.
• A relevant TA qualification.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage effectively with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with EHCPs and additional needs.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and tailored interventions.
• Promote emotional regulation, independence and positive routines throughout the school day.
• Contribute to progress tracking and communicate regularly with the wider support team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Calm demeanor

Proactive approach

Education

TA qualification

Job description

Job Title: SEND TA

Area: Bury, Manchester

Start Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026

Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time

Salary: 525 - 700 per week (depending on experience)

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

About the school

We are working with a warm and inclusive SEND primary school in Bury looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a wide range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), profound and multiple learning difficulties, and significant communication challenges.

This full-time role involves working closely with children across Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, helping them to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. You will play a vital role in building positive, supportive relationships, providing one-to-one and small group support, and contributing to a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to engage creatively with children are essential, as your work will make a meaningful impact on their learning and personal development.

About the role as a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

• Teaching Assistant qualifications
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with EHCPs and additional needs
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and tailored interventions
• Promote emotional regulation, independence, and positive routines throughout the school day
• Contribute to progress tracking and communicate regularly with the wider support team

What We're Looking For from a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

• Experience supporting children with SEND (in a school or care setting)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively
• A calm, compassionate, and proactive approach
• Strong understanding of Autism and SEND
• A relevant TA qualification

To be eligible you must

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service OR be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references

To be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.