Primary Pupil Support Worker / Teaching Assistant (EYFS)

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Job Title: Primary Pupil Support Worker / Teaching Assistant (EYFS)
Location: Belmont Primary School, Rossendale, BB4 7LJ
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated, nurturing and proactive Primary Pupil Support Worker / Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children by supporting their learning, wellbeing and development within a caring school environment.

You will work closely with class teachers, supporting individual pupils and small groups across a broad and balanced curriculum. Your role will be vital in helping children thrive emotionally, socially and academically.

What you'll be doing

Support pupils’ emotional, social and behavioural wellbeing, promoting positive relationships and self‑esteem.
Work with individual pupils and small groups to deliver educational activities and implement agreed learning or behavioural programmes.
Assist teachers in developing, preparing and delivering individual educational programmes, including organising materials and equipment.
Record relevant educational, social and behavioural information and contribute to annual review reports and progress files.
Support behaviour management in line with the school framework and help maintain an organised, engaging classroom environment.
Accompany pupils on educational visits and supervise them at all times, including during lunch to encourage positive social skills.
Provide personal care support where required, including toileting, and occasionally assist with transporting pupils after detentions or visits.
Participate in staff meetings, briefings and training, contributing to whole‑school policies and ongoing professional development.
What you will bring

Essential

GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C/4+ in English and Maths
Must have EYFS experience and be willing to carry out personal intimate care.
Basic IT skills and confidence using computers
Ability to work well in a team and build positive relationships with children and young people
Flexible, resilient, and able to stay calm under pressure
Strong communication, including negotiation skills, with high expectations of others
Ability to work independently, use initiative, and prioritise tasks
Desirable

Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational setting
A relevant qualification in Childcare, Education, or Social Care
A full driving licence
About Us

Belmont Primary School is an Independent School which offers boys aged between 5 – 11 years who have Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) challenged and additional complex behaviours to access a tailored education that suits their needs.

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.

We offer a wide range of opportunities to develop your career while taking on rewarding challenges. Acorn Education is a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are at the forefront of creating and delivering innovative approaches that support children and young people in our care to make meaningful progress

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. 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.

Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

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.

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