SEN Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Rochdale

Location:

Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Role: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Start Date:

ASAP

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

Contract:

Full‑time, Term Time Only
Pay: £90–£110 per day (depending on experience)

Aspire People are recruiting a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Rochdale. The position involves supporting a Year 1 pupil with autism and additional complex needs, providing tailored assistance to help them thrive in the classroom. As the child's primary support, you will be responsible for ensuring their academic and emotional needs are met throughout the school day.

A nurturing and patient approach, with a passion for helping children succeed, is essential to excel in this role.

• Provide 1:1 support to the pupil during the school day
• Assist with classwork and learning activities as directed by the teacher
• Support communication, social development, and emotional regulation
• Help with transitions and maintain a structured daily routine
• Provide personal care support when necessary
• Follow and implement strategies developed by the class teacher and SENCO
• Monitor the pupil's progress and offer feedback to the teaching team
• Encourage positive behaviour and active participation in lessons
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and ensure the pupil's well‑being

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Prior experience working in a UK primary school
• Experience supporting children with autism and additional needs
• Comfortable providing personal care when required
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Right to work in the UK

• Previous experience in a 1:1 support role
• Autism-specific training or experience
• Team Teach or behaviour management training
• Strong understanding of SEN support strategies

• A supportive and welcoming SEN team
• A friendly and inclusive school environment
• Continuous guidance and support from experienced leadership
• Long‑term opportunity with potential for extension
• A fulfilling role where you can truly make a difference in a child's life

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.