SEN Specialist Support Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £130 to £140 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | OL16 1LU |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 29 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 27 Oct 2026 |
Summary
SEN Specialist Support Assistant
Location: Rochdale
Contract: Temp
Full time/Part time: Full time
Pay: £130-£140 per day
Start date: ASAP
Expected End date: End of the academic year
A specialist SEN school in Rochdale is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Specialist Support Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis. The school provides a supportive and nurturing environment for pupils with a range of additional needs, ensuring every pupil receives the personalised support they need to thrive.
The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting pupils throughout the school day, working closely with teachers and the wider support team to provide high-quality academic, social and emotional support.
Key responsibilities:
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Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs
Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs
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Supporting pupils with a range of SEN needs within a specialist setting
Supporting pupils with a range of SEN needs within a specialist setting
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Assisting with learning, communication, social development and emotional regulation
Assisting with learning, communication, social development and emotional regulation
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Supporting positive behaviour and helping pupils develop independence
Supporting positive behaviour and helping pupils develop independence
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Following individual support plans and contributing to pupils' development
Following individual support plans and contributing to pupils' development
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Working closely with teachers and other support staff to ensure pupils receive consistent support
Working closely with teachers and other support staff to ensure pupils receive consistent support
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Creating a calm, safe and nurturing environment for pupils
Creating a calm, safe and nurturing environment for pupils
What the school offers:
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A specialist SEN setting with a strong support network
A specialist SEN setting with a strong support network
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A welcoming and experienced staff team
A welcoming and experienced staff team
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A supportive environment focused on pupil development and wellbeing
A supportive environment focused on pupil development and wellbeing
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A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils with additional needs
A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils with additional needs
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Long-term, ongoing work until the end of the academic year
Long-term, ongoing work until the end of the academic year
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking to develop their experience within a specialist SEN setting.
The successful applicant will:
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Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN setting
Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN setting
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Be patient, calm and nurturing in their approach
Be patient, calm and nurturing in their approach
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Be confident supporting pupils with additional needs and/or challenging behaviour
Be confident supporting pupils with additional needs and/or challenging behaviour
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Be proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team
Be proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team
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Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Have full-time availability for the duration of the role
Have full-time availability for the duration of the role
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Hold a valid child and adult workforce DBS
Hold a valid child and adult workforce DBS
What we offer
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Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
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Dedicated consultant and ongoing support
Dedicated consultant and ongoing support
Compliance and safeguarding:
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2026) 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.