SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism & ADHD Support

Teaching Personnel; Horwich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Bolton school (BL6). You will provide high-needs SEN support, especially for children with autism and ADHD, and work closely with teachers and families to implement SENDCO plans and strategies.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, adapting activities to individual needs, and using sensory strategies to help learners engage and regulate.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN.
• Experience supporting high-needs pupils.
• Understanding autism and ADHD.
• Patient, caring and calm.
• Able to adapt learning to individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-needs SEN support both in and outside of the classroom
• Work closely with children with autism and ADHD, using an understanding and nurturing approach
• Support children with NBIW and next-step boards
• Use brain breaks and sensory strategies to help children regulate and engage with learning
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Adapt learning and activities to meet individual children's needs
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support, including working from individual workstations
• Follow SENDCO plans and individual support strategies
• Work closely with teachers and the wider school team
• Liaise with families, SEND professionals and external agencies
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour
• Help create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment

Skills

SEN experience

Autism awareness

ADHD knowledge

Patience

Strong communication

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Bolton school (BL6). You will provide high-needs SEN support, especially for children with autism and ADHD, and work closely with teachers and families to implement SENDCO plans and strategies.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, adapting activities to individual needs, and using sensory strategies to help learners engage and regulate.