SEN Teaching Assistant

Posting date:	22 December 2025
Salary:	£150 to £210 per day
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	21 January 2026
Location:	BL7 0AB
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Teacheractive Limited
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	BOLSENTA-8985

Summary

SEN Teaching Assistant – Complex Needs School, Bolton

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs to reach their full potential?
Do you have experience working with PMLD and SLD students in a school environment?
If so, we’d love to hear from you.

TeacherActive are proud to be working with a specialist school in Bolton that supports students with a wide range of complex learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and medical needs. The school provides a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to thrive — academically, socially and emotionally.

We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their outstanding team.

The Role:

• Supporting students aged 11–19 with PMLD, SLD and complex medical needs

  
  

• Assisting with personal care, communication support and sensory-based learning activities

  
  

• Working closely with the class teacher and therapy teams to deliver individualised learning plans

  
  

• Using specialist resources and approaches (e.g., PECs, Makaton, sensory integration)

  
  

• Promoting independence, confidence and emotional well-being in every interaction

  
  What We’re Looking For:

  • Minimum 6 months’ experience working in a UK school setting

    
    

  • Strong background supporting students with PMLD and SLD

    
    

  • Confidence in assisting with personal care and manual handling (training can be provided)

    
    

  • A caring, patient and proactive approach to supporting learning

    
    

  • The ability to build strong, positive relationships with both students and staff

    
    Why Join TeacherActive?

    • Competitive rates of pay (paid weekly)

      
      

    • Dedicated consultant supporting your placements

      
      

    • Free CPD courses to enhance your SEN skillset

      
      

    • Opportunity to work in some of S most supportive and rewarding SEND settingsBolton's

      
      

      If you’re ready to make a real difference and become part of an inspiring team, apply today or contact Jack at TeacherActive Manchester 01618703623 or jack.coxen@teacheractive.com

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
      
      
      
      Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
      
      
      
      Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
      
      TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.