SEN Support Assistant - Inspire & Develop Young Minds

Teaching Personnel; Burnley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Supportive environment

Job summary

Teaching Personnel seeks a caring SEN Support Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Burnley. You will support pupils with SEND, contributing to an inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with IEPs and intervention programmes, and collaborate with teachers, parents, and external professionals. Safeguarding and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND in a school, childcare, or similar setting.
• Calm, nurturing, and patient approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Hold a relevant qualification (desirable but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Supporting pupils' academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Assisting with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs) and intervention programmes.
• Adapting learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging independence.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals.
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress and providing feedback to the class teacher and SENCO.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Relevant qualification (desirable)

Job description

Teaching Personnel seeks a caring SEN Support Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Burnley. You will support pupils with SEND, contributing to an inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with IEPs and intervention programmes, and collaborate with teachers, parents, and external professionals. Safeguarding and strong communication are essential.