Teaching Assistant

Location: Burnley
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Veritas Education are working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Burnley who are looking to appoint a dedicated and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant to support a child within their Reception class.

This is a rewarding role focused on helping a young child with additional needs successfully integrate into the Reception environment, supporting both their learning and social development throughout the school day.

The school is looking for someone who is patient, caring and proactive, with previous experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with additional needs within Reception.
• Support the child's transition and integration into the classroom environment.
• Encourage communication, social interaction and independence.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored support strategies.
• Help create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Support learning through play and child-led activities in line with the EYFS framework.

• Previous experience working with children with SEN.
• An Early Years background, either within a nursery, preschool or Reception setting.
• A calm, nurturing and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children to reach their full potential.
• Relevant Teaching Assistant or Childcare qualifications (desirable but not essential).

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Veritas Education consultant.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real difference in a child's educational journey.
• Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities.

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with an Early Years background and are looking for a rewarding role within a supportive school environment, we would love to hear from you.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• 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

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'