Year 1 Teaching Assistant - Special Educational Needs Location: Bolton Salary: £425-£500 per week Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3pm Start Date: ASAP A welcoming Primary School in Bolton is seeking a caring and committed Year 1 Teaching Assistant to join their Key Stage 1 team. This full-time role involves providing tailored support to children with Special Educational Needs, helping them access learning, build confidence, and make progress in a nurturing environment. The school is looking for someone calm, patient, and proactive, with a genuine passion for supporting young learners and contributing to a positive classroom atmosphere. Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs in Year 1 Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities Adapt tasks and resources to meet individual learning needs Support children's social, emotional, and academic development Contribute to maintaining a safe, happy, and inclusive learning environment Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and parents Requirements: Experience supporting children with SEN (Autism, speech & language needs, or SEMH experience desirable) A patient, nurturing, and enthusiastic approach Strong communication and teamwork skills A genuine interest in supporting children's early learning and development Level 2/3 TA qualification pre...