Sen Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Bamber Bridge; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant at a primary school in Bamber Bridge to start in November 2026.

The role involves supporting pupils with special educational needs across the school day, closely collaborating with teachers and support staff, and delivering tailored assistance to help each child access learning. You will work 1:1 or in small groups, adapt to individual needs, and help foster confidence, resilience and positive participation within lessons.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN in education, childcare, care or support work.
• Patient, resilient and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confident supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Committed to promoting inclusion and pupil wellbeing.
• Teaching Assistant qualification desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom-based support for pupils with additional learning needs.
• Work on a 1:1 basis and with small groups, adapting support to meet individual requirements.
• Encourage engagement, independence and positive participation in lessons.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Follow individual support plans and implement strategies from school staff and external professionals.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience

Communication skills

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Location: Bamber Bridge
Start Date: November 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:50am - 3:20pm
Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour
Contract: Full-Time

A caring and inclusive primary school in Bamber Bridge is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from November 2026.

This rewarding position involves supporting pupils with special educational needs, helping them access learning, develop confidence, and thrive both academically and socially. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide tailored support throughout the school day.

• Provide classroom-based support for pupils with additional learning needs.
• Work on a 1:1 basis and with small groups, adapting support to meet individual requirements.
• Encourage engagement, independence, and positive participation in lessons.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Follow individual support plans and implement strategies recommended by school staff and external professionals.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.

• Have experience supporting children with SEN, either within education, childcare, care, or support work settings.
• Be patient, resilient, and nurturing in their approach.
• Have strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Be confident supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Be committed to promoting inclusion and pupil wellbeing.
• Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).

• A welcoming and supportive staff team.
• A strong commitment to inclusion and pupil development.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• A well‑resourced learning environment.
• Consistent full‑time hours and competitive pay.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with additional needs within a supportive primary school setting.

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.
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