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

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

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Rochdale is seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant. You will support children with special educational needs, helping improve their emotional regulation and independence. The ideal candidate should have experience in a relevant setting and have a relevant TA qualification. This position starts in September 2025 and promises a nurturing work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or care setting is required.
• Ability to engage effectively with children.
• Compassionate and proactive approach is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils.
• Assist the class teacher with interventions.
• Promote emotional regulation and independence.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEND

Strong communication skills

Understanding of Autism and SEND

Education

A 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 to apply

• Hold Right to Work in the UK


• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service OR be willing to process a new application


• Provide two professional child related references

Role details

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

Application information

To apply, please submit 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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