SEN Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a caring and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team in Burnley. You will support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and challenging behaviour, helping them to achieve their full potential in a safe and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for children with SEN/SEMH needs

• Support learning across the curriculum in line with individual plans

• Implement strategies to manage challenging behaviour effectively

• Work closely with teachers and staff to promote positive outcomes

• Build strong relationships with children and contribute to a supportive classroom environment

Requirements:

• Experience supporting children with SEN, SEMH, and challenging behaviour

• Relevant qualification in SEN, education, or childcare is desirable

• Flexible for part-time or full-time hours

• Patience, adaptability, and strong communication skills

Benefits:

• Competitive pay

• Supportive team environment

• Professional development opportunities

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives

Key Skills/Experience: SEN support, SEMH, challenging behaviour, one-to-one support, small group teaching, behaviour management, inclusive education, teamwork, communication, adaptable, patient, proactive

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.

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.