Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive SEN education provider in Bolton is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with complex needs. You will provide individual support to a pupil, implement learning activities, and work alongside teachers and specialists to promote educational success. Ideal candidates should have experience with SEN, a proactive attitude, and be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check. This full-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Access to free training and CPD courses

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities for long-term roles

Qualifications

• Essential experience working with children who have complex needs.
• Enhanced Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 tailored support to a pupil with complex needs.
• Assist in delivering individualized learning activities.
• Implement behaviour management strategies to promote positive behaviour.
• Support with personal care needs while ensuring dignity.
• Monitor and record progress, reporting to the class teacher and SENCO.
• Work collaboratively with staff, parents, and agencies.

Skills

Experience with children with SEN

Patience

Resilience

Job description

Employer: Teaching Personnel
Location: Bolton
Contract: Full-time

Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex needs? Are you looking for a rewarding role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to help students thrive?

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary SEN school in Bolton. You will work closely with a student who requires additional support due to complex needs, which may include Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, physical disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to help young people achieve in education and develop essential life skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 tailored support to a pupil with complex needs, ensuring they can access learning and remain engaged.
• Assist in delivering individualized learning activities, adapting resources to meet the pupil’s specific needs.
• Implement behaviour management strategies to promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Support with personal care needs, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
• Monitor and record progress, reporting observations to the class teacher and SENCO to inform planning.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies to provide consistent and holistic support.

Requirements

• Experience working with children with SEN or complex needs (essential).
• Enhanced Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Full‑time availability.
• Full UK driving licence (preferred for travel between sites).
• Two professional references covering the last 24 months.
• A proactive, patient, and resilient attitude.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily rates and weekly pay.
• Access to free training and CPD courses to enhance your skills.
• A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support and career guidance.
• Opportunities for long‑term roles and progression within SEN education.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and start your journey with Teaching Personnel!

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’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.