Learning Support Assistant (SEN) 11-19yr olds.
| Posting date: | 18 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £100 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 October 2025 |
| Location: | Bolton, Greater Manchester |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 188710 |
Summary
SEN Teaching Assistant - 11-19 Years (SLD, MLD, PMLD)
Location: Bolton
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Salary: £95-£110 per day (depending on experience)
Setting: Specialist SEN School / Provision
A specialist SEN provision is looking for a compassionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11-19 with a range of needs, including Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD).
This is a rewarding opportunity to work with young people who require a high level of support, both academically and personally. The role is ideally suited to a warm, empathetic and patient practitioner who has experience working with this age group and can build trusting relationships to support students' development.
Key Responsibilities:
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Providing 1:1 and small group support for learners with SLD, MLD and PMLD
Providing 1:1 and small group support for learners with SLD, MLD and PMLD
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Supporting with personalised learning activities and life skills development
Supporting with personalised learning activities and life skills development
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Assisting with communication needs, including use of visual aids or alternative communication methods
Assisting with communication needs, including use of visual aids or alternative communication methods
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Supporting with mobility, physical needs and, where required, aspects of personal care
Supporting with mobility, physical needs and, where required, aspects of personal care
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Encouraging independence, social interaction and emotional wellbeing
Encouraging independence, social interaction and emotional wellbeing
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Working with teachers, therapists and support staff
Working with teachers, therapists and support staff
What We're Looking For:
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Experience working with 11-19 year olds in an SEN setting (essential)
Experience working with 11-19 year olds in an SEN setting (essential)
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A nurturing, empathetic and resilient approach
A nurturing, empathetic and resilient approach
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Knowledge of SLD, MLD and PMLD and strategies to support learning
Knowledge of SLD, MLD and PMLD and strategies to support learning
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Flexibility and adaptability in a specialist school environment
Flexibility and adaptability in a specialist school environment
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Valid Child and Adult DBS certificate (essential)
Valid Child and Adult DBS certificate (essential)
What the School Offers:
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A welcoming and supportive SEN team
A welcoming and supportive SEN team
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Small class sizes with additional staff support
Small class sizes with additional staff support
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Ongoing training and CPD opportunities - free safeguarding and FGM training amongst over 80+ courses.
Ongoing training and CPD opportunities - free safeguarding and FGM training amongst over 80+ courses.
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A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people
A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting students with a wide range of needs.
Apply today to begin a rewarding role supporting 11-19 year olds with SLD, MLD and PMLD.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) 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.
Location: Bolton
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Salary: £95-£110 per day (depending on experience)
Setting: Specialist SEN School / Provision
A specialist SEN provision is looking for a compassionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11-19 with a range of needs, including Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD).
This is a rewarding opportunity to work with young people who require a high level of support, both academically and personally. The role is ideally suited to a warm, empathetic and patient practitioner who has experience working with this age group and can build trusting relationships to support students' development.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Providing 1:1 and small group support for learners with SLD, MLD and PMLD
Providing 1:1 and small group support for learners with SLD, MLD and PMLD
-
Supporting with personalised learning activities and life skills development
Supporting with personalised learning activities and life skills development
-
Assisting with communication needs, including use of visual aids or alternative communication methods
Assisting with communication needs, including use of visual aids or alternative communication methods
-
Supporting with mobility, physical needs and, where required, aspects of personal care
Supporting with mobility, physical needs and, where required, aspects of personal care
-
Encouraging independence, social interaction and emotional wellbeing
Encouraging independence, social interaction and emotional wellbeing
-
Working with teachers, therapists and support staff
Working with teachers, therapists and support staff
What We're Looking For:
-
Experience working with 11-19 year olds in an SEN setting (essential)
Experience working with 11-19 year olds in an SEN setting (essential)
-
A nurturing, empathetic and resilient approach
A nurturing, empathetic and resilient approach
-
Knowledge of SLD, MLD and PMLD and strategies to support learning
Knowledge of SLD, MLD and PMLD and strategies to support learning
-
Flexibility and adaptability in a specialist school environment
Flexibility and adaptability in a specialist school environment
-
Valid Child and Adult DBS certificate (essential)
Valid Child and Adult DBS certificate (essential)
What the School Offers:
-
A welcoming and supportive SEN team
A welcoming and supportive SEN team
-
Small class sizes with additional staff support
Small class sizes with additional staff support
-
Ongoing training and CPD opportunities - free safeguarding and FGM training amongst over 80+ courses.
Ongoing training and CPD opportunities - free safeguarding and FGM training amongst over 80+ courses.
-
A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people
A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting students with a wide range of needs.
Apply today to begin a rewarding role supporting 11-19 year olds with SLD, MLD and PMLD.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2024) 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.