SEND Teaching Assistant - Primary Alternative Provision
Location: Bolton
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | September Start
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Aspire People are recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to join a specialist Primary Alternative Provision in Bolton this September.
About the School
This specialist setting supports pupils from Year 1 to Year 6 who have been permanently excluded or are at serious risk of exclusion from mainstream education. The school provides a nurturing, structured environment where pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs receive the tailored support they need to re-engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes.
The Role
- Support pupils with a range of SEND and SEMH needs within the classroom.
- Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage pupils to engage with learning.
- Assist the class teacher in delivering personalised learning activities and interventions.
- Help pupils develop confidence, emotional resilience, and social skills.
- Promote positive behaviour and support pupils in overcoming barriers to education.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider school team to ensure every child reaches their potential.
The Ideal Candidate
- Hold a UK degree in SEND Education, Psychology, Educational Psychology, or a related field.
- Have previous experience supporting children with SEND in a primary school setting.
- Have experience working with children with SEMH needs.
- Are patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children.
- Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Are available to work full-time from September on a long-term basis.
Requirements
- Hold an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.
- Be able to provide references covering the last two years.
- Have the right to work in the UK.
SEND TA - Primary AP in Farnworth employer: Aspire People
Aspire People is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development for educators. Located in the vibrant community of Welwyn, our school provides a unique opportunity to inspire students in Business Studies and Economics while enjoying competitive salaries and a commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments.
