Learning Support Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Bury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to work across primary schools in Greater Manchester. The role supports pupils in lessons, helps individuals or small groups, and reinforces learning to build confidence in the classroom.

You'll join a dedicated consultant network offering ongoing support and professional development through The National College, with opportunities across Bolton, Bury, and wider Greater Manchester.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in supporting primary pupils.
• Patient, approachable and reliable.
• Good communicator and team player.
• Flexible to work in different school environments.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils during lessons and classroom activities.
• Work with individuals or small groups to reinforce learning.
• Help pupils develop confidence and independence in class.
• Reinforce learning and instructions provided by the teacher.
• Support positive behaviour and classroom routines.
• Help pupils access learning activities and resources.
• Build positive relationships with children and school staff.
• Contribute to a calm and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Education experience

Job description

Learning Support Assistant | Primary Schools | Greater Manchester

Tradewind Recruitment are looking for caring and reliable Learning Support Assistants to work across a range of primary schools in Greater Manchester.

We have regular opportunities in Bolton and Bury, as well as schools across the wider Greater Manchester area. Positions can vary from day-to-day work through to longer-term assignments, giving you the opportunity to find something that suits your experience and availability.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work alongside class teachers to help pupils engage with their learning and feel confident in the classroom.

Role may involve

• Supporting pupils during lessons and classroom activities
• Working with individuals or small groups
• Helping pupils develop their confidence and independence
• Reinforcing learning and instructions provided by the teacher
• Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines
• Helping pupils access learning activities
• Building positive relationships with children and school staff
• Contributing to a calm and supportive classroom environment

We are looking for people who are:

• Patient, approachable and dependable
• Comfortable working with children
• Good communicators
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Flexible and willing to work in different school environments
• Experienced in education or keen to develop their experience

Tradewind provides ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, alongside access to professional development opportunities through The National College.

If you're looking for your next opportunity supporting children in primary education, we'd be happy to discuss the roles currently available across Greater Manchester.