SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary

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 currently recruiting for a caring and experienced 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Rochdale.

This rewarding opportunity involves supporting a Year 1 pupil on a one-to-one basis who has autism and additional complex needs. The child requires consistent support with learning, emotional development, and day-to-day routines within the classroom setting.

We are looking for someone patient, nurturing, and dedicated to helping children thrive in education. If you are passionate about making a genuine difference and have previous SEN experience, we would love to hear from you.

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day
• Assist the pupil with classwork and learning activities set by the teacher
• Support communication, social development, and emotional regulation
• Help with transitions, routines, and maintaining structure
• Provide personal care support when required
• Implement support strategies set by the class teacher and SENCO
• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to staff
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Previous experience working within a UK primary school
• Experience supporting children with autism and additional needs
• Comfortable supporting with personal care
• 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
• Good understanding of SEN support strategies

• Welcoming and supportive SEN team
• Friendly and inclusive school community
• Ongoing guidance from experienced leadership staff
• Long-term opportunity with potential for extension
• A rewarding role where you can make a real impact