SEN Teaching Assistant
- Full-time
Job description
SEN Teaching Assistant
Specialist SEN School – Burnley – Up to £600 per week – Full-Time – September Start
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Are you hoping to gain specialist school experience before pursuing a career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, or SEN Education?
A forward-thinking specialist SEN school in Burnley is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced SEN professionals while supporting pupils with a broad range of additional needs in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
The Role – SEN Teaching Assistant
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a variety of needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), ADHD, Speech & Communication Difficulties, and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Supporting pupils through 1:1 sessions, small-group interventions, and classroom-based learning, you will help children access education, build confidence, and achieve personalised learning outcomes.
What’s on Offer
- Up to £600 per week
- Full-time, long-term SEN Teaching Assistant role
- September start
- Comprehensive SEN training and ongoing CPD
- Supportive leadership and experienced mentoring
- Excellent preparation for careers in psychology, therapy, healthcare, education, or social work
Ideal Candidate – SEN Teaching Assistant
- Experience working with children or young people desirable
- Background in SEN, care, support work, youth work, sports coaching, or mentoring advantageous
- Psychology graduates and graduates from related disciplines encouraged to apply
- Patient, resilient, and adaptable
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
This SEN Teaching Assistant role in Burnley provides an outstanding opportunity to develop specialist skills while making a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of children with SEN.
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