SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT - PRIMARY SCHOOL

We are looking for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 child with Autism. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a difference in children’s lives and has experience working with special educational needs. The position is based in Burnley and includes working in the Breakfast Club, with no challenging behaviour involved.
Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide SEND support to children within EYFS/Year 2, ensuring they are engaged and making progress.


• Assist with the preparation of learning materials tailored to the children’s needs and interests.


• Facilitate social interactions and help the children develop positive relationships with peers.


• Work closely with the class teacher to monitor the children’s progress and adapt support strategies as needed.


• Maintain a safe and supportive learning environment at all times.
  
  Experience working as a Teaching Assistant, preferably with children who have special educational needs.


• Understanding of Autism and how it can affect learning and social interactions.


• Patience, empathy, and a positive approach to supporting children with additional needs.


• Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with teachers, parents, and other professionals.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to provide the best support for the child.


• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
  
  hours that allow for work-life balance. Supportive working environment with a dedicated team.


• Rewarding role with the opportunity to make a significant impact on a child’s educational journey.

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 Children’s 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.
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 this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.