Pupil Support Worker / Teaching Assistant

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Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Belmont Secondary School, Rawtenstall, BB4 6RX
Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday–Friday
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: June 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

All applications must be completed IN FULL.

Make a Real Difference Every Day

About the Role

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).

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 School is an independent specialist school in Rawtenstall for boys aged 11–18 with SEMH needs, easily commutable from Bury, Burnley and surrounding areas.

We provide a trauma-informed, nurturing environment where every pupil feels safe, understood, and supported. Small classes, personalised pathways, and on-site therapeutic support help build confidence, resilience, and essential life skills. Our broad curriculum blends academic, vocational, and creative opportunities to prepare pupils for a successful future.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

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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