The Northern Ireland international, 31, has yet to feature for the Clarets this season, having struggled to make his mark since his arrival at Turf Moor in the summer of 2006.
Jones has scored six goals in 65 appearances for Burnley, having previously made his name during spells with Crewe Alexandra and non-league Leigh RMI.
Jones has been signed as a temporary replacement forTown's veteran striker Andy Booth, who has been ruled out until next year due to a back injury which requires surgery.
He has not featured since the 3-2 win over Northampton Town a month ago and has not responded to treatment on his back problem.