Primary SEN Learning Support Assistant New

SEN Learning Support Assistant

Bolton | Full-Time | Term Time Only | Immediate Start Available

Make Every School Day Matter

Do you have the patience, resilience and passion to help children overcome barriers to learning? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a SEN Learning Support Assistant for a supportive SEN primary school in the Bolton area, where you'll work with pupils with a range of additional needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech & Language Needs, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Global Developmental Delay, sensory processing difficulties, and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key part of a child's educational journey, helping them build confidence, independence and achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.

Your Role

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Support communication, emotional regulation and social development
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in lessons
• Work closely with teachers and SEN professionals to help pupils reach their potential

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children, young people or individuals with additional needs
• A caring, proactive and positive attitude
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Confidence supporting challenging behaviour and emotional needs
• A genuine passion for SEN education

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

✅ Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
✅ Dedicated specialist consultant support
✅ Free CPD and accredited SEN training courses
✅ Long-term roles with potential permanent opportunities
✅ Access to wellbeing and employee support services

If you're ready to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with additional needs, apply today and start your rewarding SEN career with Teaching Personnel.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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