SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Burnley
Pay: £13.75 – £14.50 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Roles available: Ad hoc and full-time

We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support students in a Secondary Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Burnley. Whether you're looking for flexible ad hoc work or a full-time position, we have opportunities available to suit your schedule.

About the School & SEN Provision:

This school provides specialist support for students aged 11–16 with a range of additional needs, including autism (ASC), moderate to severe learning difficulties (MLD/SLD), speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH). The staff work closely with students to help them develop both academically and socially, within a nurturing and structured environment.

Responsibilities:

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, your role may include:

• Providing one-to-one or small group support in and out of the classroom

• Assisting students with their learning, communication, and personal development

• Supporting students with personal care, if required

• Managing behaviour positively and promoting engagement

• Working closely with teachers and other professionals to adapt learning materials

• Creating a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable but not essential)

• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach

• The ability to build strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff

• A genuine interest in supporting young people with additional needs

Whether you’re experienced in SEN settings or looking to build your skills in this rewarding field, we’d love to hear from you.

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ and a member of our team will be in touch 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.
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