SEN Primary Teaching Assistant - Hands-on, Impactful Support

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Royton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Support from specialist consultants

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Bolton to join a welcoming school team on a full-time basis with an immediate start. You will support pupils with SEN across ASC, MLD, SLCN, ADHD, SEMH, and sensory needs, helping them access lessons and grow socially and academically.

The role requires patience, resilience, and strong communication to collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other SEN professionals, ensuring every pupil feels valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people or individuals with SEN.
• Patient, nurturing and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to remain calm and positive when faced with challenges.
• Genuine interest in child development and inclusive education.
• Experience in schools, care settings, youth work, support work or coaching is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Champion pupils' learning through engaging classroom support.
• Adapt activities to help children access lessons.
• Build positive relationships to boost confidence and independence.
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation and social development.
• Use visual aids, sensory resources and interactive learning techniques.
• Celebrate every achievement and collaborate with teachers and SEN professionals.
• Help create an inclusive environment where children feel safe and understood.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience & nurturing

Strong communication

Calm under pressure

Interest in child development

Teamwork with teachers

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Bolton to join a welcoming school team on a full-time basis with an immediate start. You will support pupils with SEN across ASC, MLD, SLCN, ADHD, SEMH, and sensory needs, helping them access lessons and grow socially and academically.

The role requires patience, resilience, and strong communication to collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other SEN professionals, ensuring every pupil feels valued and supported.