SEN TA

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD courses & resources

Career progression opportunities

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Safeguarding training

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Bolton. The role supports pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning and build confidence within a mainstream setting.

You will work with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral team, providing small-group and in-class support, and developing pupils’ independence while fostering positive relationships. Bolton location, school hours.

Qualifications

• Calm, patient and resilient approach required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience as SEN TA, Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN in lessons and through small-group interventions.
• Help pupils access and engage with the curriculum.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Work closely with teaching staff and the SENCO.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and encourage independence.
• Support pupils with needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH and communication difficulties.

Skills

Calm and patient

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Resilient

Job description

Location: Bolton
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Long-term temporary, with potential for permanent employment
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday - Friday, school hours

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a secondary school?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently working with a secondary school in Bolton that is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their support team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous mainstream secondary school experience who enjoys supporting young people with additional needs and wants to make a genuine difference to their education.

The Role

You will work alongside teachers, the SENCO and the wider pastoral team to support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning and develop their confidence and independence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with SEN in lessons and through small-group interventions.
• Helping pupils access and engage with the curriculum.
• Supporting students with their social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Working closely with teaching staff and the SENCO.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and encouraging independence.
• Supporting pupils with needs such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH and communication difficulties.

We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a SEN TA, Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.
• Experience working within a mainstream secondary school.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people.

Why Tradewind?

As a Tradewind candidate, you'll receive:

• Competitive rates of pay
• 2,500+ free CPD courses, webinars and resources through The National College
• Access to daily supply, long-term and permanent opportunities
• A dedicated education recruitment consultant
• Free annual safeguarding training
• Ongoing support throughout your placement and career

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with a mainstream secondary background and are looking for a new opportunity in Bolton, we'd love to hear from you.

Tradewind Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.