Classroom Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Bryn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Long-term opportunities in specialistS

Ongoing CPD and training

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a caring Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN School and College in Bury, supporting learners aged 11-19 with a range of additional needs. The role involves working across both secondary and post-16 provisions to help students achieve academic goals, develop independence and confidence, with potential personal care responsibilities.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support, build trusting relationships, and use positive behaviour strategies to

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient and resilient demeanor.
• Experience supporting learners, young people, or vulnerable individuals in education or care.
• Comfortable providing personal care when required and managing challenging behaviours.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills; able to work in a collaborative setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support throughout the school and college day.
• Build positive relationships that promote trust, engagement, and achievement.
• Support learners with complex needs across different pathways.
• Assist with personal care where required, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
• Use positive behaviour support strategies to manage and de-escalate challenging situations.
• Encourage independence, communication, and life skills development.
• Promote students' social, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Resilient

Young People Experience

Communication & Teamwork

Adaptable & Proactive

Full-time Availability

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Specialist SEN School & College

Bury
Teaching Personnel

Support, Encourage & Inspire Young People Every Day

Teaching Personnel are seeking a caring and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN School and College in Bury, supporting learners aged 11-19 with a range of additional needs.

This rewarding full-time role involves working closely with students across both secondary and post-16 provisions, helping them achieve their academic goals, develop independence, and build confidence in everyday life. The role may include providing personal care and supporting learners who can display challenging behaviours, so a calm, patient, and resilient approach is essential.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support throughout the school and college day
• Build positive relationships that promote trust, engagement, and achievement
• Support learners with a variety of complex needs across different pathways
• Assist with personal care where required, ensuring dignity and respect at all times
• Use positive behaviour support strategies to manage and de-escalate challenging situations
• Encourage independence, communication, and life skills development
• Promote students' social, emotional, and mental wellbeing
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Is compassionate, patient, and resilient
• Has experience supporting young people or vulnerable individuals in education, care, support work, or residential settings
• Is comfortable providing personal care when required
• Can confidently support learners who may display challenging behaviours
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Is adaptable, proactive, and passionate about helping young people succeed
• Is available for full-time work

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay rates
• Long-term opportunities in specialist SEN schools and colleges
• Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Rewarding work that makes a genuine difference to young people’s lives

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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