SEN Teaching Assistant - Bury

Monarch Education; Hyndburn; On-site; GBP 923,000 - 1,292,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Full-time role

Supportive leadership

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Valuable SEN experience

Job summary

Monarch Education is currently recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a Secondary SEN School in Bury, Greater Manchester, from September 2026. The role supports students aged 11-16 with a range of SEND, delivering 1:1 and small group activities and working closely with teachers and the support team.

This full-time, term-long assignment runs Monday to Friday (8:30am - 3:30pm) with a competitive daily pay.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEN.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy and adaptability.
• Relevant TA qualification or equivalent experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 11-16 with SEND.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group learning activities.
• Collaborate with class teachers and the support team.
• Support personal and pastoral needs as required.
• Encourage positive behaviour and independent learning.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Location: Bury, Greater Manchester

Pay Rate: .24 per day

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

Start Date: September 2026

Duration: Full Academic Year

SEN Teaching Assistant Required - Bury

Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs? Do you have experience working with children or young adults who require additional support? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Secondary SEN School in the Bury area from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of students with a range of complex learning needs, helping them to achieve their full potential in a supportive and nurturing educational environment.

The Role

• Support students aged 11-16 with a variety of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
• Work closely with class teachers and the wider support team to deliver engaging learning activities
• Provide 1:1 and small group support both inside and outside the classroom
• Help students develop their academic, social and emotional skills
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage independence
• Support students with personal and pastoral needs when required

The Ideal Candidate

• Have previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN setting
• Are patient, empathetic and adaptable
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Are passionate about supporting students with additional needs
• Can build positive relationships with students, staff and parents
• Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay of .24 per day
• Full-time, long-term opportunity for the entire academic year
• Supportive and experienced school leadership team
• Valuable experience within a specialist SEN setting
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
• Opportunity to positively impact students' education and wellbeing

If you are looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same and you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.