SEN Teaching Assistant

Make a real difference every day as an SEN Teaching Assistant, supporting children and young adults with Autism and complex needs to learn, grow, and thrive in a nurturing, inclusive school in Rochdale.

SEN Teaching Assistant (full-time, temporary)
Rochdale
£463 - £550 per week PAYE (salary is dependent on experience and/or qualifications)

Start date:

September 2026

This is a highly rewarding, hands‑on role where your dedication and skills will directly impact pupils’ growth, confidence, and well‑being. You’ll work alongside a passionate, experienced team in modern, purpose‑built facilities that provide the ideal environment for SEN professionals to grow and make a positive impact on the lives of children with SEND.

This is a term‑time only role with strong potential to become permanent following a successful qualifying period, alongside access to ongoing training and professional development. This role is ideal for candidates seeking meaningful SEN experience and long‑term opportunities within special education.

To be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant role, you will:

• Have previous experience supporting children or young people or vulnerable adults
• Have a genuine passion for supporting pupils with SEN, including Autism, learning disabilities, sensory impairments or complex needs
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills with pupils, staff and families
• Show emotional resilience and adaptability, remaining patient and positive in a fast‑paced, sometimes challenging environment
• Be reliable, proactive and committed to making a positive impact in a specialist education setting.

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.
• Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If you are an SEN Teaching Assistant based near to Rochdale who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners then we want to hear from you.