Special Needs Assistant

Special Needs Assistant

Job Title: Special Needs Assistant (SEN TA)
Area: Bolton, Greater Manchester
Start Date: February 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only
Salary: .00 per day
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Are you a patient, resilient, and compassionate individual with a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs?

We are working alongside a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Bolton that is seeking a committed Special Needs Assistant to join its supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils who require additional support to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN needs
  Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and SEMH
  Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individual support plans
  Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and emotional regulation
  Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
  Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN (school, care, or youth settings)
  A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach
  Strong communication and teamwork skills
  An understanding of SEND strategies and inclusive practice
  Relevant qualifications in education, care, or support are advantageous but not essential
  A genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
  Have an enhanced child barred list DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply)
  Be able to provide two professional references (child-related preferred)

Please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. Safeguarding and child protection are at the heart of everything we do - all candidates must undergo the relevant vetting checks before starting work.

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