SEN Teaching Assistant — Path to Teaching & Support Roles

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Little Lever; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Bolton secondary school commencing November 2026. This role offers practical experience within an educational setting, with potential progression into teaching, pastoral care, or educational psychology.

You will assist teachers, support pupils with SEN, prepare resources, and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment. The school is centrally located with access by car or public transport.

Qualifications

• Experience or volunteering with children or young people who have SEN.
• All applicants must have appropriate qualifications and training as per Teaching Personnel guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in delivering lessons across subjects.
• Provide targeted support to individual pupils or small groups with SEN.
• Prepare classroom resources and displays.
• Monitor progress and behaviour to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Foster positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Engage in ongoing training and professional development.

Skills

SEN experience

Education

Qualifications & training as required

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Bolton secondary school commencing November 2026. This role offers practical experience within an educational setting, with potential progression into teaching, pastoral care, or educational psychology.

You will assist teachers, support pupils with SEN, prepare resources, and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment. The school is centrally located with access by car or public transport.