Teaching Assistant

Belmont Secondary School; Rawtenstall; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist independent school in Rawtenstall is seeking a Teaching Assistant (Pupil Support Worker) to support students’ learning and emotional development. The role involves creating a nurturing environment, providing individual support, and collaborating with teachers. Ideal candidates have a Grade C in English and Maths, and a passion for making learning accessible. Competitive benefits include a 4-day working week and extensive wellbeing support.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

4-Day Working Week

Qualifications

• Passion for helping students shine amidst challenges.
• Ability to prepare learning materials and resources.
• Experience in supporting social and emotional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small group support in lessons.
• Help implement tailored educational programs.
• Keep clear records of student progress and wellbeing.

Skills

Calm, patient, and caring approach

Building strong relationships

Experience with secondary-age pupils

Initiative and teamwork

Education

Grade C/4 in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Job description

– this role does not offer sponsorship.

All applications must be completed IN FULL.

Make a Real Difference Every Day

At Belmont Secondary School, we don’t just teach—we change lives. We’re on the lookout for a Teaching Assistant (Pupil Support Worker) with heart, resilience, and a passion for helping students shine—no matter the challenges they face.

This is more than just a support role. This is about being the steady hand, the encouraging smile, and the person a young learner trusts to guide them through the good days (and the tougher ones too).

About the Role

As a Pupil Support Worker, you'll work side-by-side with teachers and pupils to build a calm, nurturing, and positive classroom environment where students can thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally.

You’ll :

• Provide individual and small group support in lessons across a range of subjects
• Help implement tailored educational programmes and behaviour plans
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development, encouraging positive relationships and self-belief
• Prepare learning materials and resources to bring lessons to life
• Accompany pupils and staff on educational visits and enrichment activities
• Occasionally support with transporting pupils (e.g. after detentions or school trips)
• Keep clear records of student progress and wellbeing, contributing to a holistic picture of each learner

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who :

• Has Grade C / 4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Has a calm, patient and caring approach—especially in challenging moments
• Loves working with young people and is passionate about making learning accessible for everyone
• Can build strong, supportive relationships with pupils and staff alike
• Has experience working with secondary-age pupils (ideal but not essential)
• Can work as part of a team but is also confident taking initiative
• Believes in the potential of every student—and won’t give up on them

About the School

Belmont Secondary is an independent, specialist day school for boys 11 to 18, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs. Our dedicated team works together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.

We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them both academically and socially to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live.

This opportunity is within commutable distance of Rawtenstall, Bury, Burnley and surrounding areas.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Acorn Education?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including :

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
• 4-Day Working Week – enjoy a better work-life balance (terms and conditions apply)

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

At Outcomes First Group, we put people first — pupils and colleagues alike.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4-Day Working Week (4DWW), with others preparing to roll it out soon. There’s never been a better time to join #TeamOFG — and help create brighter futures, one child at a time.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .