SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

Teaching Assistant Level 3 (TA3) – Primary School

Burnley Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm £16.35 per hour Start: 1st June – end of the school year

We are currently seeking an experienced TA3 to work in a welcoming Primary School in Burnley, supporting a small group of pupils with additional needs.

The Role

You will be based in a separate learning space where pupils are withdrawn from their mainstream classes to access targeted support. The role includes:

• Delivering Maths, English and Phonics sessions during the morning
• Supporting and leading sensory circuits as part of the daily routine
• Running small social and emotional intervention groups in the afternoon
• Working alongside a TA1 who will also be supporting the group

The majority of planning will be provided, with minor weekly adaptations needed to respond to pupils’ progress and learning needs.

About You

• Hold a TA Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Confident supporting children with additional needs
• Able to deliver structured learning sessions and small group interventions
• Adaptable, nurturing and calm, with a strong understanding of social and emotional development
• Comfortable working collaboratively as part of a team

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact, supporting pupils in a structured, supportive environment.

If you are available from June and interested in this role, please get in touch for more information or to apply.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Burnley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£16.00 Per Hour

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English