Primary School SEND Support Assistant

Location: Burnley
Job Type: Full-time
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: Competitive / Depending on experience

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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