1:1 Pupil Support Worker/Teaching Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Rawtenstall; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pupil Support Worker to join their team in Rawtenstall. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a 4-Day Working Week trial, promoting a healthier work-life balance. You will support pupils' emotional and social wellbeing, assist teachers in developing educational programmes, and work with small groups across a diverse curriculum. Join a supportive environment that values career development and offers an exceptional rewards package, including mental health support and flexible benefits. This is a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension Options

Mental Health Support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Work with pupils individually and in small groups.
• Record educational, social, and behavioural information.

Skills

Emotional Support

Educational Programme Development

Behavioural Management

Small Group Instruction

Education

Grade C/4 or above in English

Grade C/4 or above in Maths

Job description

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1:1 Pupil Support Worker/Teaching Assistant, Rawtenstall

Client: Outcomes First Group

Location: Belmont Secondary School, Rawtenstall, BB4 6RX

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Job Title: Pupil Support Worker

Salary: £20,906.25 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

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

**All applications must be completed IN FULL**

To support pupils’ emotional, social, and behavioural wellbeing and assist teachers in developing and implementing individual educational programmes, supporting small groups of pupils across a broad curriculum, preparing materials, and occasionally transporting pupils.

Main Tasks

• Support pupils' emotional, social, and behavioural wellbeing.
• Assist teachers in developing and implementing individual educational programmes.
• Support individual and small groups of pupils across a broad and balanced curriculum.
• Work with pupils on educational activities.
• Prepare materials and equipment.
• Transport pupils when needed.

Job Activities

• Work with pupils individually and in small groups.
• Record relevant educational, social, and behavioural information.
• Implement educational and behavioural programmes.
• Promote social and emotional development.
• 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 with diverse needs, dedicated to fostering successful academic and social outcomes.

We are part of Acorn Education and Outcomes First Group, committed to providing a supportive environment and career development opportunities.

We offer an exceptional rewards package, including life assurance, pension options, mental health support, and a flexible benefits platform with various health and wellbeing benefits.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will undergo social media checks and enhanced DBS screening.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, subject to successful probation. 4DWW is not a contractual benefit but a trial initiative.