Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision - Bolton
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work in your local area this term?
Aspire People are currently recruiting day-to-day and long-term SEN Teaching Assistants to support our specialist client schools and provisions in Bolton.
Working as an SEN TA can be challenging, but it is incredibly rewarding. You'll play a vital role in supporting children with Special Educational Needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and develop the academic, social, and life skills they need to succeed.
If you are passionate about making a real difference to pupils who require additional support, we would love to hear from you. We offer local placements, flexible working patterns, and competitive rates of pay, while always listening to your individual needs as a supply professional.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 or small group SEN support to pupils with a range of additional needs (including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties).
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored interventions and support strategies.
- Support pupils academic progress, emotional regulation, and social development.
- Promote independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
- Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
- Adapt resources and teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs.
- Monitor and feedback on pupil progress to teaching staff.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
- Uphold school policies, safeguarding procedures, and values at all times.
Requirements:
- Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent experience).
- Previous experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs.
- A caring, patient, and resilient approach.
- Strong understanding of individual learning needs and behaviour support strategies.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work across different school settings.
- Relevant SEN training or qualifications are desirable but not essential.