Primary SEN Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Hyndburn; On-site; GBP 1,242,000 - 1,656,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant in Bury to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD and complex communication needs. The role involves working across Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, fostering a nurturing environment and building positive relationships.

The position is full-time, term-time, with weekly hours from 8:30am to 3:30pm, and a salary of £525–£700 per week depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND in school or care settings
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage effectively
• Calm, compassionate, and proactive approach

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

Communication skills

Patience

Creativity

Education

Relevant TA qualification

Job description

Job Title: SEND TA
Area: Bury, Manchester
Start Date: Monday 26th October 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