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Primary School SEND Support Assistant
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 13.75 - 14.5 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Burnley
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Teaching Assistant – Primary School (SEND Support)
Location: Burnley
Job Type: Full-time
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: Competitive / Depending on experience
Job Description
Teaching Personnel is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in a welcoming primary school in Burnley. The position is to start as soon as possible and will involve providing one-to-one and small-group support for children with additional learning, communication, and behavioural needs.
This is a rewarding opportunity for an individual who is patient, supportive, and dedicated to helping children overcome barriers to learning.
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND
Assist with the delivery of targeted interventions
Promote positive behaviour, engagement, and emotional well-being
Support communication, social interaction, and personal development
Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENDCo
Record and monitor pupil progress as required
Requirements
Previous experience working with children (particularly in SEND, care, or support roles)
Calm, empathetic and proactive approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply
Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 TA, Childcare, Health & Social Care) desirable but not essential
What We Offer
Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
Full-time, long-term role with the possibility of becoming permanent
Access to specialist CPD such as Autism training, behaviour support and safeguarding
Dedicated consultant providing ongoing support
Opportunities to develop within SEND and mainstream education
Ideal For
Experienced Teaching Assistants
Support workers from care or health backgrounds
Anyone passionate about supporting children with additional needs
How to Apply
If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to begin supporting pupils as soon as possible, we would love to hear from you.
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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