1:1 Pupil Support Worker/Teaching Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in specialist education is seeking a Pupil Support Worker to assist teachers and support pupils' emotional and social wellbeing. This role involves developing educational programs and working closely with students to enhance their learning experience. The position offers a fixed-term contract with a competitive salary and various benefits, including a potential 4-Day Working Week trial to improve work/life balance.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work scheme

Critical illness cover

Enhanced parental leave

Fertility support

Qualifications

• Support pupils' emotional, social, and behavioural wellbeing.
• Assist in developing and implementing individual educational programmes.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually and in small groups across various subjects.
• Record relevant educational, social, and behavioural information.
• Promote social and emotional development through positive approaches.

Skills

Emotional Support

Social Development

Behavioural Management

Education

Grade C/4 or above in English

Grade C/4 or above in Maths

Job description

Job Title: Pupil Support Worker

Location: Belmont Secondary School, Rawtenstall, BB4 6RX

Salary: GBP20,906.25 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Fixed Term (12 months from start date), Term Time only

Note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

All applications must be completed IN FULL.

Introduction

At OFG, we prioritize our colleagues' wellbeing and are exploring a 4-Day Working Week trial, offering the possibility to work one day less per week, enhancing work/life balance. This initiative will be implemented within our school once staffing levels are complete, expected within the next year. This is an exciting opportunity to join us!

About the role

The Pupil Support Worker will support teachers and pupils within an assigned group, assisting with emotional, social, and behavioural wellbeing, developing educational programmes, and supporting pupils across the curriculum.

Main Tasks

• Support pupils' emotional, social, and behavioural wellbeing.
• Assist in developing and implementing individual educational programmes.
• Support pupils individually and in small groups across various subjects.
• Prepare educational materials and equipment.
• Occasionally transport pupils after detentions or educational visits.

Job Activities

• Work with pupils in conjunction with subject teachers.
• Record relevant educational, social, and behavioural information.
• Implement individual educational and behavioural programmes.
• Promote social and emotional development through positive approaches.
• Assist in behavioural management within the school framework.

Qualifications

• Ideally Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths.

About the School

Belmont Secondary is a specialist day school for boys aged 11 to 18, catering to pupils with diverse needs. We focus on academic and social development, fostering confidence and pride in achievements. Located near Rawtenstall, Bury, and Burnley, we are part of Acorn Education, a leader in specialist education, and part of Outcomes First Group.

Benefits

We offer an exceptional rewards package, including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with contribution options
• Access to mental health and physical health support services

Additional benefits include:

• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) with health, wellbeing, and insurance options
• Discount options, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced parental leave and fertility support

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. Successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS check.

Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Additionally, you'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, providing more personal time. The 4DWW is subject to successful probation completion and is not a contractual benefit.