SEN Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 27 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £110 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 April 2026 |
| Location: | Bolton, Greater Manchester |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 209393 |
Summary
PMLD Teaching Assistant - Secondary SEN School (Bolton)
What's On Offer:
- Full-time role: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
- Competitive daily rate: £102 - £110 per day (dependent on experience)
- Long-term opportunity with potential to become permanent
- Support from a dedicated SEN specialist consultant
- Opportunity to gain invaluable experience within a specialist PMLD setting
Are you an experienced and compassionate Teaching Assistant looking to support students with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)? We are working with a welcoming and well-resourced SEN school in Bolton seeking a dedicated individual to join their team on a full-time basis.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with complex needs, supporting them both academically and personally within a specialist setting.
The Role:
- Supporting secondary-aged pupils with PMLD in a specialist SEN school
- Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual EHCPs
- Assisting with personal care and promoting dignity and independence
- Supporting students with sensory needs, including use of sensory rooms and specialist equipment
- Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to deliver a holistic approach to learning
- Encouraging engagement through multi-sensory activities and communication methods (PECS, sensory play)
The Ideal Candidate:
- Experience supporting children or young people with PMLD, SLD, or complex needs
- Comfortable with personal care responsibilities
- Patient, resilient, and nurturing with a proactive approach
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and working within SEN settings
- A team player who can build strong relationships with staff and pupils
- A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Why Apply?
This role offers the chance to be part of a highly supportive school environment where every small achievement is celebrated. You will play a key role in helping students access education in a way that is meaningful to them, supporting both their learning and overall wellbeing.
You require a child and adult enhanced dbs for this role.
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.
What's On Offer:
- Full-time role: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
- Competitive daily rate: £102 - £110 per day (dependent on experience)
- Long-term opportunity with potential to become permanent
- Support from a dedicated SEN specialist consultant
- Opportunity to gain invaluable experience within a specialist PMLD setting
Are you an experienced and compassionate Teaching Assistant looking to support students with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)? We are working with a welcoming and well-resourced SEN school in Bolton seeking a dedicated individual to join their team on a full-time basis.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with complex needs, supporting them both academically and personally within a specialist setting.
The Role:
- Supporting secondary-aged pupils with PMLD in a specialist SEN school
- Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual EHCPs
- Assisting with personal care and promoting dignity and independence
- Supporting students with sensory needs, including use of sensory rooms and specialist equipment
- Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to deliver a holistic approach to learning
- Encouraging engagement through multi-sensory activities and communication methods (PECS, sensory play)
The Ideal Candidate:
- Experience supporting children or young people with PMLD, SLD, or complex needs
- Comfortable with personal care responsibilities
- Patient, resilient, and nurturing with a proactive approach
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and working within SEN settings
- A team player who can build strong relationships with staff and pupils
- A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Why Apply?
This role offers the chance to be part of a highly supportive school environment where every small achievement is celebrated. You will play a key role in helping students access education in a way that is meaningful to them, supporting both their learning and overall wellbeing.
You require a child and adult enhanced dbs for this role.
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.