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SEN Teaching Assistant

Posted on 14 November 25 by Diane Degnan

  • Bolton, Greater Manchester
  • £105 - £120 per Day
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Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant on behalf of an SEN school in Bolton committed to improving student behaviour and outcomes. This is a key role aimed at supporting a positive school environment where discipline and respect are central values. This is a beginning from ASAP  full time and will be a temporary to permanent role. 

As the SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting students academically and emotionally. The role will focus on building up strong rapport with student.  You will play an essential part in helping students daily routines in schools. To support there level of education.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide targeted support to individual students and small groups to help them access learning and achieve their potential.

  • Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and maintaining a positive, inclusive learning environment.

  • Support students with additional needs

  • Help prepare learning materials and resources under the direction of teaching staff.

  • Contribute to the monitoring and recording of student progress, behaviour, and wellbeing.

  • Foster positive relationships with students, staff, and parents/carers to support holistic development.

  • Uphold school policies on safeguarding, equality, and behaviour at all times.

 

About You

  • You’re passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives and supporting their education.

  • You’re patient, reliable, and adaptable, with excellent communication and teamwork skills.

  • You can build positive relationships with students and motivate them to succeed.

  • You have a genuine interest in helping learners overcome barriers and reach their full potential.

  • Experience in a school or educational setting is an advantage, but enthusiasm and the right attitude are equally valued.

Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment

MAT Recruitment and our partner schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. 

All appointment are subject to: 

  • Enhanced DBS (including barred list check) 
  • Identity and Right to Work verification 
  • Two satisfactory reference confirming suitability to work with children 
  • Verification of qualifications 
  • Online searches for shortlisted candidates as part of our safer recruitment process (KCSIE 2025)
  • Clarification of any employment gaps

How to apply:
Please complete our online application form — CVs alone will not be accepted.


For further information, please contact the team today on 0330 1244 363 or email us enquiries@matrecruitment.com

This recruitment process is carried out in accordance with MAT Recruitment Ltd's Safer Recruitment Policy, the REC Education Audit Framework (Placement 2020) and Keeping Safe in Education (2025)
 

Job Information

Rate / Salary

£105 - £120 per Day

Sector

Education and Training

Category

Alternative Provision

Skills / Experience

SEMH, SEND

Benefits

Not Specified

Our Reference

JOB-2331

Job Location