Teaching Assistant (SEN Support)

 Teaching Assistant (SEN Support)

Location: Bolton
School Type: Secondary SEN School with Specialist Facilities
Contract Type: Full-time

We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and inclusive SEN school in Bolton, which caters to students with a range of special educational needs. This role will specifically involve supporting a student with Autism and Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) to help them thrive in our nurturing and specialist environment.

• Provide 1:1 support to a secondary-aged student with Autism and MLD, helping them to engage with the curriculum and develop key skills.
• Assist with personal, social, and academic development in both classroom and specialist settings.
• Work closely with the classroom teacher and SEN team to implement tailored learning strategies and support plans.
• Promote an inclusive and supportive environment that meets the student’s individual needs.
• Encourage positive social interaction and independence through structured activities and interventions.
• Monitor and report progress, adjusting strategies where necessary to ensure effective learning outcomes.

• A welcoming and supportive environment with excellent SEN facilities, including sensory rooms and therapy spaces.
• A commitment to your professional development, with ongoing training and opportunities to progress.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on a young person’s educational journey in a specialist school setting.

• Experience working with children or young adults with Autism and Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) in an educational or care setting would be an advantage.
• A compassionate and patient approach with the ability to adapt to individual needs.
• Excellent communication skills, able to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• A willingness to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for the student.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent) are desirable but not essential if you have the right experience and attitude.

If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to support our students, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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