Classroom Support Assistant
Job description
Classroom Support Assistant | Specialist Primary School
Bury | Teaching Personnel
Help Every Child Reach Their Potential
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Classroom Support Assistant to join a welcoming specialist primary school in Bury, working with pupils aged 3-11 years with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD).
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to support children in developing communication, independence, confidence, and essential life skills within a nurturing educational environment.
What You'll Be Doing
✨ Supporting pupils individually and within small groups throughout the school day
✨ Helping to deliver tailored learning activities linked to EHCP outcomes
✨ Encouraging communication, engagement, and social interaction
✨ Assisting with sensory-based, practical, and play-led learning experiences
✨ Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
✨ Supporting pupils with personal care needs where required
Who We're Looking For
✔ Experience working with children or young people with SEND
✔ A calm, patient, and nurturing approach
✔ Confidence supporting pupils with complex learning needs
✔ Excellent communication and teamwork skills
✔ A positive attitude and genuine passion for helping children succeed
⭐ Additional Experience That Would Be Beneficial
➕ Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, AAC, or other communication strategies
➕ Previous experience within a specialist school or SEND environment
➕ Relevant qualifications in education, health care, or SEND
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
Competitive weekly pay
Access to specialist SEND training and CPD
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Long-term opportunities within outstanding specialist provisions
The chance to make a meaningful impact on children's lives every day
Apply Today
If you're looking for a fulfilling role where no two days are the same and every small achievement is celebrated, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to become a Classroom Support Assistant and help children with complex needs thrive both in and out of the classroom.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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