Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Bolton Salary: £112.50 per day Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full Academic Year (Long-Term Opportunity) Educato Recruitment are proud to be working with a highly regarded specialist secondary school in Bolton, seeking a compassionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team from September.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small group support throughout the school day.
• Support pupils both in the classroom and during practical and vocational lessons.
• Help pupils develop communication, emotional regulation and social skills.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual EHCP outcomes.
• Encourage independence while providing consistent support where required.
• Build positive relationships with pupils who may present with additional behavioural or communication needs.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and pastoral staff to deliver high-quality support.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs is desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH, MLD, SLD or communication needs is highly advantageous.
• Calm, resilient and able to remain positive in challenging situations.
• Confident using initiative and adapting to the individual needs of pupils.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve their potential.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• £112.50 per day.
• Full-time, Monday-Friday role.
• September start with work guaranteed for the full academic year.
• Opportunity for a permanent position.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Educato Recruitment consultant.
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities.
• Weekly pay with a simple payroll process.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where every day makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and a member of the Educato Recruitment team will be in touch to discuss this fantastic opportunity.

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