1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary School - Bury Location: Bury, Greater Manchester Role: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant Start Date: ASAP Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only Pay: £90-£110 per day (dependent on experience) Aspire People are excited to recruit an experienced and caring 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Bury. This role offers the opportunity to provide tailored support to a Year 1 pupil with autism and additional needs. As a key part of the pupil's educational journey, you will provide vital support for their academic progress, emotional growth, and classroom integration. If you have the patience and passion to make a positive impact, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: -Deliver 1:1 support throughout the school day -Assist with learning activities and classwork set by the teacher -Promote communication, social skills, and emotional regulation -Support during transitions and maintain classroom routines -Provide personal care support when required -Follow and implement strategies developed by the teacher and SENCO -Track progress and provide feedback to school staff -Foster positive behaviour and active participation in lessons -Ensure safeguarding procedures are adhered to at all times Essential Requirements: -Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification -Prior experience in a UK primary school -Experience supporting children with autism and additional needs -Willingness to assist with personal care -Calm, patient, and empathetic approach -Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one -Right to work in the UK Desirable Experience: -Experience in a 1:1 support role -Autism-specific training or experience -Team Teach or behaviour management training -Strong understanding of SEN strategies What the School Offers: -A supportive and welcoming SEN team -An inclusive and friendly school environment -Continuous support from experienced leadership -Long-term opportunity with potential for extension -A fulfilling role where you can truly make a difference Apply Now! If you are a qualified and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in a child's life, apply today! Natalie at Aspire People will be in touch. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks