1:1 Additional Needs Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Additional Needs Assistant to join our supportive team at a Secondary SEN School in Burnley.

Location: Burnley
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay Rate: £13.75 – £14.50 per hour
Contract: Temporary, January start until the end of the academic year

About the Role:
You will be working on a 1:1 basis with a pupil with Autism, supporting them in accessing learning, developing communication and social skills, and encouraging independence within the classroom. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, understanding, and passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (particularly Autism)

• A positive and nurturing approach

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Commitment to promoting inclusive education

What We Offer:

• A supportive and welcoming school environment

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day

• Ongoing professional development and support

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click Apply Now. You will be contacted within 48 hours to discuss the next steps.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.