Support Worker

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

Job summary

A primary school in Macclesfield is seeking a Support Worker to assist young learners with additional needs, transitioning your care skills into an educational context. This full-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact, with opportunities for ongoing training and excellent career prospects.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive school environment

Long-term career prospects

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and/or vulnerable adults.
• Background in residential care, youth work, or support services desirable.
• Willingness to apply for an Enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND or SEMH needs.
• Work closely with teachers to adapt learning strategies.
• Encourage confidence and independence in children.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Behaviour Management

Teamwork

Job description

Support Worker – Primary School Teaching Assistant
Location: Macclesfield
Start Date: Immediate / September
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (term-time only)
Salary: £90–£95 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you passionate about supporting children and making a real difference in their educational journey? Do you have experience working with vulnerable adults or children—particularly in residential, care, or support settings? If so, we want to hear from you!

We're working with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Macclesfield that is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join their team. This role will see you transition your existing care and support skills into an education setting as a Teaching Assistant, providing tailored 1:1 and small group support to children with additional needs.

Your day-to-day will involve:

• Supporting pupils with SEND or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs
• Working closely with class teachers and SENCO to adapt learning strategies
• Helping children engage with classroom activities and develop key life skills
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and a love of learning

Experience working with children and/or vulnerable adults
A background in residential care, youth work, or support services (highly desirable)
Patience, empathy, and strong behaviour management skills
A proactive, team-focused attitude
A genuine passion for helping young learners thrive

• Great opportunity to transition from care/support into education
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive school environment and leadership team
• Long-term and permanent career prospects available

All applicants must have a valid Enhanced DBS or be willing to apply for one.
Interested? Apply today and take the next step in your career in education!

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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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