Learning Support Assistant

Barton Clough Primary School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Barton Clough Primary School is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils and work closely with the teaching team. You will assist in providing care, differentiating activities, and maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment.

The role emphasizes building positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff. Flexible working arrangements may be discussed at interview to support school priorities and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Ability to engage with all pupils and build positive relationships.
• Willingness to work in partnership with others.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher to provide care and support for pupils.
• Support learning through planned and differentiated activities.
• Prepare an effective learning environment and promote pupil safeguarding.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexible

Organised

Relationship-building

Job description

Here, at Barton Clough Primary , we recognise the value of effective teamwork, and our Teaching Assistants are very much part of both our class teams and the wider school community. Their input forms an integral part of our provision and is valued by all staff, including the Senior Leadership Team.

Duties include assisting the teacher to provide care and support for pupils, to support learning through planned and differentiated activities, preparation of an effective learning environment, and promoting and safeguarding the welfare of pupils.

You will have a dynamic, exceptional, and creative approach to improving the teaching and learning in a way that benefits all our pupils

We are looking for a compassionate and caring practitioner who is aspirational and passionate about outcomes for children with special needs

They should be someone who

can work in partnership with others

is flexible and well organised

can make positive relationships with parents

Previous experience in a school setting would be beneficial but is not essential, however the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate that they can engage with all our pupils and build positive relationships.

We are open, supportive and flexible with high-quality CPD opportunities through our Teaching School Hubs and Professional Development Institute.

Flexible working will be considered please discuss your preferences at interview.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of responsibilities and accountabilities.