Job Description

Behaviour Mentor / SEN Teaching Assistant - Burnley

Full-Time | Term Time Only

Competitive Pay - Dependent on Experience

Not every young person fits into mainstream education and that's where you come in. Some pupils need extra patience. Some need structure. Others simply need one person who doesn't give up on them.

A specialist SEN school in Burnley is looking for a Behaviour Mentor / SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and behavioural needs. This isn't just a classroom support role it's about building trust, creating consistency and helping young people feel safe enough to learn.

The school has a genuinely supportive team, ongoing SEN training and staff who work together to make a difference every day. There are also weekly extracurricular trips and enrichment activities, giving pupils opportunities to build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

You do not need previous school experience to be considered.

Some of the strongest candidates for this role have backgrounds in:

Support Work

Residential Care

Youth Work

Sports Coaching

Mental Health Support

SEN Support

Care Work

Teaching Assistant roles

What You'll Be Doing

Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), Autism, ADHD and SEMH

Working as a Behaviour Mentor, SEN Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant

Providing 1:1 support and small group interventions

Helping pupils regulate emotions and manage challenging behaviour

Encouraging engagement, independence and positive routines

Building strong relationships with pupils who need consistency and encouragement

Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff

Supporting learning both inside and outside the classroom

What the School Is Looking For

Experience supporting children or adults with behavioural or additional needs

A calm, patient and resilient approach

Someone who can use their initiative and adapt to different situations

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Experience as a Behaviour Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Support Worker or Care Worker is desirable

A genuine passion for helping young people succeed

Apply Today

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to support young people and develop your career within SEND education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today by submitting your CV via this advert or contact Helen at Simply Education:

(phone number removed)

All applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)