1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Job description
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team and work closely with a pupil who requires individualised support.
About the Role:
As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with a designated student to support their learning, communication, social interaction, and emotional development. You’ll be a vital part of a collaborative team that strives to provide a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Job Title: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Burnley
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: £13.75 - £14.50
Start Date: Monday 1st September 2025
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs)
- Help implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and support learning across the curriculum
- Foster a positive, encouraging, and safe learning environment
- Liaise with class teachers, SENCO, and external professionals
- Monitor progress and contribute to reviews and assessments
- Support the student during break times and transitions, where needed
About You:
- Previous experience working with children with SEN (preferred but not essential)
- Empathetic, patient, and resilient with a calm and positive approach
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexibly and as part of a team
- A genuine passion for helping children achieve their full potential
- Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) are desirable
We Offer:
- A warm and welcoming school community
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Supportive leadership and dedicated SEN team
- Opportunities for career progression
- A chance to make a meaningful impact every single day
If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV, outlining your relevant experience working with SEN children.
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.
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