About this role

Location

Bury

Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

Pay

£115+ per day, dependent on experience

Contract

Full-time

We are looking for a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN provision within a school in Bury.

The role will involve supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning and develop their communication, independence and social skills. You will work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to provide consistent, individualised support throughout the school day.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is confident working in a specialist setting and wants to make a genuine difference to pupils with additional needs.

The Role

Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs

Providing 1

1 and small-group support where required

Supporting pupils to access the curriculum and participate in activities
Helping children develop their communication, independence and social skills
Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
Following individual support plans and EHCP targets
Working closely with teachers and other professionals
Creating a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have

A Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare or a relevant SEN-related qualification
Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN
Experience within a specialist or SEN provision
A good understanding of additional needs such as autism, ADHD, SEMH, MLD or complex needs
A calm, patient and consistent approach
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
The ability to work effectively as part of a wider team
A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs

What's on Offer?

£115+ per day
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Full-time work in a specialist SEN provision
Opportunity for a long-term position
Support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant
Further opportunities within SEN schools and provisions across Bury

If you're a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Bury, we'd be keen to hear from you.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2026) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.

Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant

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