Location: Burnley
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 15:30
Contract: Initially 1 Year (Potential to Become Permanent)
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Burnley from September 2026. This full-time role will involve providing 1:1 support for a pupil in Year 4, helping them to access learning and thrive in a structured classroom environment.
This position is initially for the full academic year, with the opportunity to become a permanent role for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 tailored support to a pupil with additional needs
- Assist the pupil in accessing the curriculum and engaging in lessons
- Implement strategies to support learning, behaviour, and emotional development
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to follow individual support plans
- Promote independence, confidence, and inclusion
- Support classroom routines and transitions throughout the day
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Essential: Experience working with children with additional needs/SEND
- A patient, nurturing, and understanding approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- The ability to adapt support strategies to meet individual needs
- A proactive and committed attitude
- Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Full-time, consistent hours
- Opportunity to secure a permanent role
- Supportive and welcoming school environment
- The chance to make a lasting difference in a childs education and development
.Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Childrens barred list check and satisfactory referencing. Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
