SEN Teaching Assistant - Bury

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary SEN School

Location: Bury, Greater Manchester
Pay Rate: £92.59 - £110.24 per day
Contract: Full-Time, Monday to Friday (8:30am - 3:30pm)
Start Date: September 2026
Duration: Full Academic Year

SEN Teaching Assistant Required - Bury

Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs? Do you have experience working with children or young adults who require additional support? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Secondary SEN School in the Bury area from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of students with a range of complex learning needs, helping them to achieve their full potential in a supportive and nurturing educational environment.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support students aged 11-16 with a variety of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
Work closely with class teachers and the wider support team to deliver engaging learning activities
Provide 1:1 and small group support both inside and outside the classroom
Help students develop their academic, social and emotional skills
Promote positive behaviour and encourage independence
Support students with personal and pastoral needs when required

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for candidates who:

Have previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN setting
Are patient, empathetic and adaptable
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
Are passionate about supporting students with additional needs
Can build positive relationships with students, staff and parents
Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

Competitive daily pay of £92.59 - £110.24 per day
Full-time, long-term opportunity for the entire academic year
Supportive and experienced school leadership team
Valuable experience within a specialist SEN setting
Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
Opportunity to positively impact students' education and wellbeingIf you are looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same and you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this exciting SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Bury starting September 2026
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed