SEN Teaching Assistant - Bolton

Monarch Education; Bolton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Monarch Education is recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant in a thriving secondary SEN school in Bolton from September 2026. This role offers a full-time schedule, Monday to Friday, with a daily pay rate between £92.59 and £110.24.

The contract runs for the full academic year, ensuring continuity and development opportunities for students with diverse needs. You will support pupils aged 11-16 with SEND, help them access lessons, and deliver targeted interventions, whilst working closely

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in education, care, youth work or support settings.
• Positive, patient and flexible approach.
• Ability to build strong relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs.
• Knowledge of SEN, autism, SEMH or ADHD (beneficial but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 11-16 with SEND.
• Assist pupils in accessing lessons and engaging with classroom activities.
• Deliver targeted interventions and learning support programmes.
• Promote student confidence, independence and self-esteem.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff.
• Contribute to the overall wellbeing and progress of students.

Skills

Experience with children

Positive role model

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Patience and flexibility

Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant - Secondary SEN School

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester

Pay Rate: £92.59 - £110.24 per day

Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday (8:30am - 3:30pm)

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Length: Full Academic Year

Learning Support Assistant Needed for Specialist SEN School in Bolton

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can help young people achieve their potential? We are recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work within a thriving Secondary SEN School in Bolton from September 2026.

This long-term opportunity is ideal for individuals who enjoy supporting young people and want to play a key role in helping students develop academically, socially and emotionally. The school caters for pupils with a range of additional needs and prides itself on providing a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Support students aged 11-16 with a variety of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Assist pupils in accessing lessons and engaging with classroom activities
• Deliver targeted interventions and learning support programmes
• Promote student confidence, independence and self-esteem
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff
• Contribute to the overall wellbeing and progress of students

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with children or young people in education, care, youth work or support settings
• A positive, patient and flexible approach
• The ability to build strong relationships and act as a positive role model
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs
• Knowledge of SEN, autism, SEMH or ADHD (beneficial but not essential)

What the School Offers

• Competitive daily rates from £92.59 to £110.24
• Full-time employment for the 2026/27 academic year
• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• Opportunities for professional development and further training
• The chance to make a meaningful difference every day
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultantThis is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to gain valuable SEN experience or continue their career within specialist education.