Children Support Worker

Teaching Personnel; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational institution in Blackburn is seeking a Children's Support Worker to provide tailored 1:1 support for a pupil. In this full-time role, you will work closely with teaching staff to help the child engage in learning and develop confidence. The ideal candidate has experience working with children, a compassionate approach, and strong communication skills. This position offers a supportive school environment and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.

Benefits

Friendly, supportive school environment

Full-time, term-time working hours

Opportunities for professional development

Chance to make a meaningful impact

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a school or care setting.
• A compassionate, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliability and a genuine passion for supporting children’s development.
• Experience supporting children with SEND is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil during lessons and activities.
• Assist with learning tasks, communication and emotional regulation.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and SEN staff to implement support plans.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Compassionate and patient approach

Reliability

Job description

Children’s Support Worker – 1:1 Classroom Support (Full Time)
Location: Blackburn

Are you passionate about helping children reach their full potential? Do you want to make a real difference in a young person’s life every day? We are looking for a dedicated Children’s Support Worker to join our welcoming school community in Blackburn.

About the Role:

We are seeking a caring, proactive and patient individual to provide 1:1 support for a pupil within a classroom setting. You will work closely with teaching staff to help the child engage in learning, develop confidence and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil during lessons and activities

• Assist with learning tasks, communication and emotional regulation

• Work collaboratively with teachers and SEN staff to implement support plans

• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour

• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a school or care setting

• A compassionate, patient and enthusiastic approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Reliability and a genuine passion for supporting children’s development

• (Desirable) Experience supporting children with SEND

What We Offer:

• A friendly, supportive school environment

• Full-time, term-time working hours

• Opportunities for professional development

• The chance to make a meaningful impact every day

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.
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