School Support Assistant
Listed on 2026-10-29
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Elementary School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Child Development/Support
Blackburn
Full Time
Immediate Start / January Start Available
Competitive Daily Rate
Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in children's lives? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic School Support Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Blackburn.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young learners and helping create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
The Role- Supporting pupils throughout the school day in and out of the classroom
- Working with individual pupils and small groups to support learning and development
- Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting pupil wellbeing
- Assisting teachers with classroom activities and preparation of resources
- Supporting children with additional needs when required
- Helping to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
- Experience working with children in a school, nursery, youth work, or childcare setting
- Patient, caring, and adaptable approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
- A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
- A friendly and supportive school environment
- Competitive rates of pay
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Opportunities for professional development
- The chance to make a lasting impact on children's education and wellbeing
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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