SEN Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 24 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £102 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 March 2026 |
| Location: | Salford, Greater Manchester |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 204200 |
Summary
SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Autism Support
Broughton, Salford
Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm
£102 per day
Long-term opportunity
Educato are supporting welcoming and inclusive primary school in Broughton, Salford is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism (ASC). This is a full-time, long-term role for a compassionate and consistent individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
About the Role
You will be working closely with one child on a 1:1 basis within a mainstream classroom setting. The pupil requires structured support, clear communication strategies and help with emotional regulation throughout the school day.
There will be times when you will need to:
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Support the child within the mainstream classroom environment
Support the child within the mainstream classroom environment
-
Adapt learning materials to meet individual needs
Adapt learning materials to meet individual needs
-
Use visual timetables, now and next boards or other structured approaches
Use visual timetables, now and next boards or other structured approaches
-
Recognise signs of dysregulation and proactively respond
Recognise signs of dysregulation and proactively respond
-
Escort and support the child in a designated breakout space when needed
Escort and support the child in a designated breakout space when needed
-
Promote positive social interaction and engagement with peers
Promote positive social interaction and engagement with peers
-
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support plans
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support plans
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
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Experience supporting children with Autism (ASC)
Experience supporting children with Autism (ASC)
-
A calm, patient and nurturing approach
A calm, patient and nurturing approach
-
An understanding of sensory needs and regulation strategies
An understanding of sensory needs and regulation strategies
-
The ability to build positive, trusting relationships
The ability to build positive, trusting relationships
-
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Strong communication and teamwork skills
-
Reliability and commitment to providing consistency for the child
Reliability and commitment to providing consistency for the child
The School Offers:
-
A supportive and experienced SEN team
A supportive and experienced SEN team
-
Clear routines and structured support systems
Clear routines and structured support systems
-
A friendly and inclusive environment
A friendly and inclusive environment
-
Ongoing guidance from senior leaders
Ongoing guidance from senior leaders
This role would suit someone who is passionate about making a genuine difference and understands the importance of structure, consistency and patience when supporting a child with Autism.
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role in Broughton, Salford, we would 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.
Broughton, Salford
Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm
£102 per day
Long-term opportunity
Educato are supporting welcoming and inclusive primary school in Broughton, Salford is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism (ASC). This is a full-time, long-term role for a compassionate and consistent individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
About the Role
You will be working closely with one child on a 1:1 basis within a mainstream classroom setting. The pupil requires structured support, clear communication strategies and help with emotional regulation throughout the school day.
There will be times when you will need to:
-
Support the child within the mainstream classroom environment
Support the child within the mainstream classroom environment
-
Adapt learning materials to meet individual needs
Adapt learning materials to meet individual needs
-
Use visual timetables, now and next boards or other structured approaches
Use visual timetables, now and next boards or other structured approaches
-
Recognise signs of dysregulation and proactively respond
Recognise signs of dysregulation and proactively respond
-
Escort and support the child in a designated breakout space when needed
Escort and support the child in a designated breakout space when needed
-
Promote positive social interaction and engagement with peers
Promote positive social interaction and engagement with peers
-
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support plans
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support plans
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
-
Experience supporting children with Autism (ASC)
Experience supporting children with Autism (ASC)
-
A calm, patient and nurturing approach
A calm, patient and nurturing approach
-
An understanding of sensory needs and regulation strategies
An understanding of sensory needs and regulation strategies
-
The ability to build positive, trusting relationships
The ability to build positive, trusting relationships
-
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Strong communication and teamwork skills
-
Reliability and commitment to providing consistency for the child
Reliability and commitment to providing consistency for the child
The School Offers:
-
A supportive and experienced SEN team
A supportive and experienced SEN team
-
Clear routines and structured support systems
Clear routines and structured support systems
-
A friendly and inclusive environment
A friendly and inclusive environment
-
Ongoing guidance from senior leaders
Ongoing guidance from senior leaders
This role would suit someone who is passionate about making a genuine difference and understands the importance of structure, consistency and patience when supporting a child with Autism.
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role in Broughton, Salford, we would 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.