Job Description

Primary Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: 16.90 per hour
Contract: Long-term, full-time
Location: Bury, Manchester

We are recruiting for an SEN Teaching Assistant in Bury to work within a mainstream primary school supporting pupils who require additional support in the classroom.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, 1:1 Teaching Assistant or SEND Support Worker looking for a new role in the Bolton area.

Key responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 support and small group support for pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs.
• Supporting emotional regulation, routines and positive behaviour.
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team.
• Encouraging confidence, independence and engagement in lessons.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and academic development.

We are looking for people who have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN / SEND.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN TA, Youth Worker, Support Worker or Care Assistant.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils with additional needs and challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine interest in working in education and supporting vulnerable learners.

If you are a flexible and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for supply work across primary settings, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV outlining your experience and availability.