Year 1 SEN Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 10 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £102 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 February 2026 |
| Location: | Salford, Greater Manchester |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 199641 |
Summary
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism Support (Year 1)
Full-time | Monday-Friday | 8:30am-3:30pm | Start date: 19th January
We are working with a welcoming and supportive primary school who are looking for a kind, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis.
This role will involve providing 1:1 support for a child with autism who finds the mainstream classroom environment challenging at times. A large part of your day will be spent working with the child outside of the classroom in a calm breakout space, helping them to regulate, engage with learning and feel safe, understood and supported.
There may also be opportunities during the day to support two Year 3 pupils, working closely with the class teacher and wider support staff.
✨ The role:
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Providing consistent 1:1 support for a child with autism
Providing consistent 1:1 support for a child with autism
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Supporting learning and emotional regulation in a breakout space
Supporting learning and emotional regulation in a breakout space
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Helping the child develop confidence, communication and independence
Helping the child develop confidence, communication and independence
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Using a calm, nurturing and flexible approach throughout the day
Using a calm, nurturing and flexible approach throughout the day
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Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCO and support staff
Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCO and support staff
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Supporting additional pupils when required
Supporting additional pupils when required
We're looking for someone who:
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Has experience supporting children with autism or additional needs (school or care-based experience welcome)
Has experience supporting children with autism or additional needs (school or care-based experience welcome)
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Is patient, compassionate and resilient
Is patient, compassionate and resilient
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Can build strong, trusting relationships with children
Can build strong, trusting relationships with children
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Understands that progress looks different for every child
Understands that progress looks different for every child
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Is happy working both 1:1 and in small group settings
Is happy working both 1:1 and in small group settings
Why this role?
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A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to a child's school experience
A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to a child's school experience
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Supportive school environment with strong SEN values
Supportive school environment with strong SEN values
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Consistent, full-time hours
Consistent, full-time hours
-
A chance to work closely with a child and see meaningful progress over time
A chance to work closely with a child and see meaningful progress over time
If you're someone who truly cares about supporting children with additional needs and wants to be part of a nurturing school team, we'd love to hear from you.
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.
Full-time | Monday-Friday | 8:30am-3:30pm | Start date: 19th January
We are working with a welcoming and supportive primary school who are looking for a kind, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis.
This role will involve providing 1:1 support for a child with autism who finds the mainstream classroom environment challenging at times. A large part of your day will be spent working with the child outside of the classroom in a calm breakout space, helping them to regulate, engage with learning and feel safe, understood and supported.
There may also be opportunities during the day to support two Year 3 pupils, working closely with the class teacher and wider support staff.
✨ The role:
-
Providing consistent 1:1 support for a child with autism
Providing consistent 1:1 support for a child with autism
-
Supporting learning and emotional regulation in a breakout space
Supporting learning and emotional regulation in a breakout space
-
Helping the child develop confidence, communication and independence
Helping the child develop confidence, communication and independence
-
Using a calm, nurturing and flexible approach throughout the day
Using a calm, nurturing and flexible approach throughout the day
-
Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCO and support staff
Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCO and support staff
-
Supporting additional pupils when required
Supporting additional pupils when required
We're looking for someone who:
-
Has experience supporting children with autism or additional needs (school or care-based experience welcome)
Has experience supporting children with autism or additional needs (school or care-based experience welcome)
-
Is patient, compassionate and resilient
Is patient, compassionate and resilient
-
Can build strong, trusting relationships with children
Can build strong, trusting relationships with children
-
Understands that progress looks different for every child
Understands that progress looks different for every child
-
Is happy working both 1:1 and in small group settings
Is happy working both 1:1 and in small group settings
Why this role?
-
A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to a child's school experience
A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to a child's school experience
-
Supportive school environment with strong SEN values
Supportive school environment with strong SEN values
-
Consistent, full-time hours
Consistent, full-time hours
-
A chance to work closely with a child and see meaningful progress over time
A chance to work closely with a child and see meaningful progress over time
If you're someone who truly cares about supporting children with additional needs and wants to be part of a nurturing school team, we'd love to hear from you.
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.