Sen Teaching Assistant

Job description

Start Date: September 2026Location: Bolton, Greater ManchesterContract: Full-time and flexible opportunities available

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support students across secondary schools in Bolton from September 2026. These roles are ideal for individuals committed to supporting young people with additional needs in an educational setting.

There are also opportunities for work prior to September, offering flexibility for candidates wishing to gain experience or secure earlier placements.

• Provide tailored support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Assist in delivering learning activities within the classroom
• Support students’ academic progress, engagement, and wellbeing
• Work closely with teaching staff and SENCO to implement support strategies
• Promote an inclusive and supportive learning environment

The successful applicants will demonstrate:

• Experience working with young people, ideally within an SEN or school setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, adaptability, and a supportive approach
• A professional and reliable attitude

Candidates with a genuine interest in supporting students with additional needs are encouraged to apply or enquire further for additional details.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.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.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bolton By Bowland

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £92.00 and £100.00 Per Hour

Published at

11-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English