Full-Time 1:1 Teaching Assistant - Year 3 (SEN Support) Location: Burnley Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Are you a compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with additional needs? We are seeking a dedicated and nurturing individual to join a welcoming primary school in Burnley, providing 1:1 support for a child in Year 3 with Global Development Delay. About the Role: Working closely with a non-verbal pupil, supporting their learning, communication, and emotional development. Providing consistent personal care, ensuring the child's comfort, dignity, and wellbeing. Following EHCP targets and working alongside the class teacher and SENDCo to implement tailored strategies. Using patience, empathy, and positive reinforcement to build trust and engagement. Creating a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment, helping the child access the curriculum at their level. The Ideal Candidate: Experience working with children with SEN, particularly Global Development Delay, Autism, or similar developmental needs. Confident supporting non-verbal communication (e.g., PECs, visual aids, or alternative communication methods). Comfortable with personal care as part of daily responsibilities. Calm, nurturing, and able to build strong relationships through consistency and positivity. Able to work independently while also collaborating with the wider staff team. What the School Offers: A supportive staff team and approachable leadership. Ongoing training and development opportunities. A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a child's life every day. 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. INDSCGJMO