SEN Teaching Assistant - September start
Posted 3 hours 53 minutes ago by Smile Education
Location: United Kingdom, Rochdale
Advert start date: 15/07/2026
Sector: Education & Training
Employment term: Permanent
Working hours: Full Time
Salary range: £92 - £112 per annum
Salary range: £95 - £115 per day
Smile Education are recruiting for an SEN Teaching assistant to work in a primary school in Rochdale. The school is rated 'good' in their latest Ofsted inspection and has a strong and welcoming atmosphere within the staff team.
The SEN teaching assistant role would be working full time with children with additional needs , working Monday to Friday 8:30 to 3:30.
Responsibilities- Encouraging independence within the class and within students, being proactive
- Develop and concentrate on building a relationship with the children, staff and family members.
- Constant and consistent communication with the class teacher, regarding progress and potential methods of work.
- Create a secure and positive environment for the child to learn and feel comfortable.
- An up-to-date DBS on the update service orthe willingness to apply for a new one.
- A teaching assistant qualification or health and social care (level 2 or 3).
- Experience working with SEN children on a 1:1 basis or small groups work.
- Experience working with Primary or secondary school children.
- At least 2 professional references covering the last 2 years of work history.
- A daily rate of £95-£112 a day
- PAYE and Umbrella payment options
- Holiday pay of 12.07%
- Free CPD training available via the smile portal
- Referral scheme up to £200
- Dedicated consultant working within your area.
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be required to undergo compliance checks, including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS, and Qualifications check.
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