Learning Support Staff

Learning Support Staff

Bury, Greater Manchester
Start Date: September 2026
Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is recruiting for a dedicated Learning Support Staff Member to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Bury.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a caring, proactive, and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will work closely with pupils who require additional support, helping to create positive learning experiences and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where every child feels valued, challenged, and supported. Through an engaging and ambitious curriculum, pupils are encouraged to develop a love of learning, high aspirations, and the skills needed for future success.

The Role

As a Learning Support Staff Member, you will play an important role in supporting pupils with varying learning, communication, and developmental needs. Working alongside teachers and school leaders, you will help ensure that all pupils can access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.

You may support pupils with:

• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Complex learning needs
• Communication and interaction difficulties
• Physical and sensory needs
• Additional developmental and educational needs

The role will involve providing tailored support, encouraging independence, and helping pupils develop both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group learning support.
• Assist pupils in accessing classroom activities and the wider curriculum.
• Adapt support strategies to meet individual learning needs.
• Encourage participation, engagement, and independence.
• Support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, the SENCO, and wider school staff.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to pupil support plans.
• Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support personal care where necessary.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for somebody who:

• Has experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational setting.
• Is patient, nurturing, and committed to supporting pupil development.
• Understands the importance of inclusive education.
• Can build positive and professional relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is adaptable and able to respond to the varying needs of learners.
• Holds relevant qualifications within education, childcare, health and social care, or a related field (desirable but not essential).

What the School Offers

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Dedicated and experienced leadership.
• A strong focus on inclusion and pupil wellbeing.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A collaborative and positive working environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to children's educational journeys.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.
• Access to a range of CPD and training opportunities.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and career-development roles.
• A trusted education recruitment specialist with schools across the region.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about supporting children to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel to be considered for this exciting Learning Support Staff opportunity in Bury.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with our safeguarding and recruitment procedures.

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