Burnley | Accrington | Great Harwood | Clitheroe
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
Mainstream Primary Schools | 1:1 Support | SEN Provision
Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and helping them reach their full potential?
We are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across mainstream primary schools in Burnley, Accrington, Great Harwood and Clitheroe.
With schools receiving additional support and funding for pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), we are seeing an increased demand for dedicated staff who can provide tailored support to children with a range of additional needs.
Depending on your experience and preferences, opportunities may include:
- Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with an EHCP
- Supporting children with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and additional learning needs
- Working within purpose-built SEN units or specialist classrooms attached to mainstream primary schools
- Helping pupils access learning through adapted activities and interventions
- Supporting communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and independence
- Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team
- Creating a positive, consistent and nurturing learning environment
- Have experience supporting children or young people with additional needs
- Are patient, resilient and passionate about making a difference
- Can build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
- Are confident working on a 1:1 basis or within small groups
- Have experience within education, SEND, care, support work or another transferable setting
Previous school-based experience is beneficial, but transferable SEN, care or support experience will also be considered.
We have opportunities available across:
Burnley | Accrington | Great Harwood | Clitheroe
Whether you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next role or have relevant experience and want to take your first step into supporting children within primary education.
If you're passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and want a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a child's school experience.
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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SEN Teaching Assistants Needed | Primary Schools in Accrington employer: Teaching Personnel Ltd
Teaching Personnel Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in Wolverhampton, this role provides unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while collaborating with dedicated colleagues and engaging with the community. With a commitment to high standards and continuous development, employees can thrive in an environment that values innovation and integrity.
