Primary SEN Teaching Assistant - Bolton
SEND Support | Full-Time | Long-Term | Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting Primary SEN Teaching Assistants to work in inclusive mainstream primary schools across Bolton. These roles focus on supporting pupils with additional needs, either on a 1:1 basis or within small intervention groups.
Pupils may present with ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH, or learning difficulties. Support is tailored and delivered in collaboration with teachers and SENCOs.
Key Responsibilities
Provide targeted 1:1 or small-group SEN support
Implement individual education plans (IEPs)
Support emotional regulation and behaviour strategies
Assist with classroom access and differentiated tasks
Monitor progress and feedback to teaching staff
Promote independence and engagement
Support inclusion within the wider classroomEssential Criteria
Experience supporting children with SEND
Strong understanding of primary-aged learning needs
Patient, consistent, and resilient approach
Ability to follow behaviour and support plans
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)Desirable Experience
Autism, ADHD or SEMH support
Speech and language interventions
Team Teach or similar behaviour training
Young people Care, youth work, or mental health support backgroundsSchool Environment
Supportive leadership teams
Clear SEN structures and expectations
Access to specialist resources and training
Focus on inclusion and pupil wellbeingWhy Work With Tradewind
Long-term, stable placements
Opportunities across EYFS, KS1, and KS2
Weekly pay with transparent rates
Free access to CPD and SEND-focused training
Ongoing consultant support and career guidanceThese roles are suited to experienced SEN TAs or individuals with relevant child-focused or care-based backgrounds looking to transition into education.
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