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SEN Support Assistant

  1. Primary SEN Support
  2. Burnley
Date posted : 08/09/26
  1. Full Time
£14.25 - 15.75 per hour

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs? Do you have the patience, enthusiasm, and dedication to help pupils achieve their full potential? We are seeking a caring and committed SEN Support Assistant to join our welcoming primary school team.

As an SEN Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to provide tailored support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will help create an inclusive learning environment where every child feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

SEN Support Assistant

Responsibilities will include:

  • Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with a range of additional needs.
  • Supporting pupils' academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
  • Assisting with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs) and intervention programmes.
  • Adapting learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
  • Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging independence.
  • Working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals.
  • Monitoring and recording pupil progress and providing feedback to the class teacher and SENCO.

You will need:

  • Have experience working with children with SEND in a school, childcare, or similar setting.
  • Possess a calm, nurturing, and patient approach.
  • Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
  • Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
  • Hold a relevant qualification (desirable but not essential).

What We Offer:

  • A supportive and friendly school community.
  • Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
  • The chance to make a meaningful impact on children's educational journeys.
  • Dedicated support from experienced school leaders and SEN professionals.
  • A rewarding role where every day brings new opportunities to help children thrive.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting children with additional needs and would like to be part of a dedicated team committed to inclusive education, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and help make a difference to the lives of our pupils. Attach your CV, outlining all your relevant teaching assistant experience, or SEN experience.

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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