SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to support pupils in achieving their full potential?

We are seeking a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive and nurturing school community. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with pupils who require additional support, helping them thrive both academically and socially.

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Burnley
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour
Start Date: As soon as possible

Key Responsibilities:

-          Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with a range of SEN needs (e.g., ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, SEMH).

-          Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities.

-          Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.

-          Foster a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment.

-          Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting to teachers and SENCO.

-          Support pupils with personal care needs if required.

What We’re Looking For:

-          Experience working with children with SEN (school-based or other relevant settings).

-          A calm, patient, and resilient approach.

-          Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

-          A genuine passion for inclusive education.

-          Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 TA, SEN training) are desirable but not essential.

We Offer:

-          A welcoming and supportive team environment.

-          Ongoing professional development and training.

-          Opportunities to progress within the school.

-          A chance to make a real impact in children’s lives.

To Apply:
Please send your CV, outlining all you relevant experience supporting children with SEN.

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.