SEN Teaching Assistant Level 1 - Rochdale (Full-Time)

Prospero Teaching; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Rochdale to support children with special educational needs. This full-time role requires strong communication skills, patience, and relevant qualifications to help create a nurturing environment for pupils. The position starts ASAP, offering the chance to make a real difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs in a school or care setting.
• Ability to engage effectively with children.
• Proactive in promoting emotional regulation and independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with EHCPs.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour support.
• Contribute to progress tracking and communication with the support team.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEND

Strong communication skills

Calm and compassionate approach

Understanding of Autism and SEND

Education

Relevant TA qualification

Job description

Overview

SEN Teaching Assistant Level 1 - Rochdale (Full-Time)

Job Title: SEND TA1
Area: Rochdale
Start Date: ASAP / September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm/4:00pm

About the school

Are you a nurturing and resilient Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)? We are working with a warm, inclusive specialist setting in Rochdale that is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of their pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with EHCPs and additional needs
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and tailored interventions
• Promote emotional regulation, independence, and positive routines throughout the school day
• Contribute to progress tracking and communicate regularly with the wider support team

What we're looking for

• Experience supporting children with SEND (in a school or care setting)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively
• A calm, compassionate, and proactive approach
• Strong understanding of Autism and SEND
• A relevant TA qualification

Eligibility

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child DBS certificate registered with the online update service OR be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references

This is a full-time position starting ASAP (September 2025).

Application notes

Want to make a genuine impact in a rewarding SEN setting? Apply today! If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

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