SEND Teaching Assistants – multiple positions available!

Job Category: Secondary, FE, SEND provisions
Job Type: Full Time, Part-Time, Temporary
Job Location: Bolton and surrounding areas
Pay Rate: £95 – 105 per day
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

EdStaff are currently recruiting enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work across a range of schools in the Bolton area. We have a variety of opportunities available within mainstream secondary schools and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) settings, supporting pupils with different learning abilities, additional needs and individual development goals.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive lessons, helping students access the curriculum and reach their full potential. You may provide one-to-one support, work with small groups or assist the class teacher in managing classroom activities. Depending on the school and setting, you could be supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs, or other additional learning requirements.

We welcome applications from candidates with previous experience in schools, SEND settings, youth work, childcare or similar environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with SEND, adapting support to meet their individual needs.
• Assist students with accessing the curriculum and completing classroom activities.
• Support students with a range of additional needs, which may include autism, ADHD, learning difficulties and social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider SEND team to implement individual support strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and student engagement.
• Encourage students to develop confidence, independence and essential life skills.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Follow individual education plans, behaviour support strategies and school policies.
• Uphold safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of all students

Person Specification

We are looking for teaching assistants who:

• Is reliable, adaptable and confident in their approach.
• Is patient and had an awareness of the challenges students with additional needs may face.
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with students and staff.
• Is confident supporting students with challenging behaviour and emotional regulation where required.
• Demonstrates resilience, professionalism and excellent communication skills.
• Is committed to promoting inclusion, independence and equal opportunities for all students.

Essential Requirements

• Has the right to work in the UK
• Recent experience working with children or young people, ideally within a UK school or a care setting.
• A genuine interest in supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to support positive behaviour and maintain a safe learning environment.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• The ability to provide appropriate references and successfully complete the required pre-employment checks.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

Why join EdStaff:

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your job search
• Weekly pay via PAYE
• Free online CPD accredited learning opportunities
• Local roles—we find schools that suit your needs and location
• The opportunity to build strong relationships with local schools – potential for long-term and permanent positions
• Competitive pay rates
• Refer-a-friend scheme

Edstaff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.