Primary SEN Teaching AssistantJob Title: SEND TA Area: Rochdale, Manchester Start Date: Monday 26th January 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only (Permanent) Salary: 525 - 700 per week (depending on experience) Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm About the school:Are you a nurturing and resilient Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)? We are working with a warm, and inclusive primary school in Rochdale who are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team to start asap. This full-time role involves working with children across Key Stages 1 and 2, many of whom have additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and significant communication difficulties. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with children are essential, as building positive, supportive relationships is a key part of helping them thrive both socially and academically. About the role as a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant:Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with EHCPs and additional needsAssist the class teacher with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and tailored interventionsPromote emotional regulation, independence, and positive routines throughout the school dayContribute to progress tracking and communicate regularly with the wider support team What We''re Looking For from a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant:Experience supporting children with SEND (in a scho