1:1 Teaching Assistant

Spencer Clarke Group; Burnley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Burnley seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This full-time role involves working closely with teachers to ensure tailored support and facilitate the child's social integration and classroom engagement. A passionate and proactive individual with a relevant qualification in education is ideal for this rewarding position.

Benefits

Supportive staff and leadership team

Opportunities for CPD and professional development

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification or substantial experience working with children with SEN.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and strong behaviour management skills.
• Proactive, reliable, and able to build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to meet the individual needs of a pupil with SEN.
• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to implement EHCP strategies.
• Assist with learning activities and emotional regulation.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Behaviour Management

Education

Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Burnley. This full-time position involves providing 1:1 support for a child with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and later transitioning to work 1:1 with a child in Year 4.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to meet the individual needs of a pupil with SEN.

• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to implement EHCP strategies.

• Assist with learning activities, emotional regulation, and behaviour management.

• Support the child's social integration and engagement in classroom routines.

• Offer additional support to the wider class when needed.

Ideal Candidate:

• Has a relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) or substantial experience working with children, particularly those with SEN.

• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and strong behaviour management skills.

• Is proactive, reliable, and able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.

Why Join This School?

• Supportive staff and leadership team.

• Positive and inclusive school ethos.

• Opportunities for CPD and professional development.

If you are ready to make a difference in a child's learning journey and are confident working 1:1 in a primary setting, we'd love to hear from you!

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 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.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

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