Nurture Support Assistant

Would you like to support children’s emotional wellbeing and helping them thrive in a nurturing environment?

We are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic Nurture Support Assistant to join our dedicated team.

About the Role

As a Nurture Support Assistant, you will work closely with children who may need additional emotional or social support to access learning. You’ll be part of a small team delivering targeted interventions, supporting pupils in our nurture group, and helping to create a safe, inclusive and supportive atmosphere across the school.

Location: Burnley
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour
Start Date: January 2026

Key Responsibilities

-          Support the delivery of nurture group sessions and individual interventions

-          Build trusting relationships with pupils to help them feel safe and valued

-          Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff

-          Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies

-          Monitor and record pupil progress and wellbeing

-          Contribute to a warm, welcoming and inclusive school culture

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

-          Has experience working with children, ideally in an educational or care setting

-          Understands the principles of nurture and child development

-          Is empathetic, resilient and able to build strong relationships

-          Can work flexibly and respond calmly to challenging situations

-          Holds relevant qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning – desirable but not essential)

What We Offer:

-          A supportive and friendly team environment

-          Opportunities for professional development and training

-          A chance to make a real difference in children’s lives

-          Access to wellbeing support and staff benefits

To Apply:
Please send your CV, outlining all your relevant experience supporting children, ideally within a primary school setting. Please refer to experience where you have supported children socially, emotionally and with mental health difficulties (SEMH).

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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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