At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs in a caring and engaging environment.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at Spencer Clarke Group in Burnley.
- Benefits: Earn £109.85 per day with consistent hours and term-time work.
- Other info: Opportunity for ongoing support and potential permanent role.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Passion for supporting children, strong communication skills, and adaptability.
The predicted salary is between 22500 - 27500 £ per year.
Do you have the skills to fill this role? Read the complete details below, and make your application today.
Location: Burnley and surrounding areas
Pay: £109.85 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time, term-time only
Position: Supply
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
Spencer Clarke Group are currently recruiting enthusiastic and caring Unqualified Teaching Assistants to work within specialist provisions across Burnley. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs. You will be working alongside experienced teachers and support staff to help pupils access learning, develop confidence and reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
- Help pupils develop their learning, communication and social skills.
- Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement.
- Support pupils with emotional regulation and behavioural needs.
- Assist teachers with classroom activities and learning resources.
- Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
- Help maintain a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Requirements
- A genuine passion for working with children and young people with additional needs.
- Personal or professional experience supporting individuals with SEND is desirable.
- A patient, caring, resilient and adaptable approach.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- An enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to pay £50 towards the application and register with the Update Service.
- Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday, during term time.
What We Offer
- £109.85 per day.
- Consistent weekday hours, 8:30am - 3:30pm.
- Full-time, term-time-only supply work.
- Opportunities to gain valuable experience within specialist SEND and SEMH settings.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
- You must have legal right to work in the UK.
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% 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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