Job Description

Seeking Dedicated Pupil Support Workers in Blackpool

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on student well being and learning? We are urgently looking for proactive and compassionate Pupil Support Workers and Teaching Assistants to join welcoming school environments across Blackpool and the surrounding areas.

This critical role involves working directly with students, often on a 1:1 or small group basis, who require extra support with their behaviour, emotional well being, and classroom engagement. We have vacancies available now and confirmed roles starting in January 2026.

The Role: Supporting Students to Thrive

As a Pupil Support Worker, your focus will be on nurturing the individual student and helping them overcome barriers to learning. Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing one-to-one or small group support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or specific behavioural challenges.

  • Assisting the class teacher in managing the inclusion of all pupils.

  • Implementing behaviour support plans and strategies to promote positive conduct and engagement.

  • Working with students across various year groups, potentially spanning both primary and secondary phases.

  • Offering support during intervention sessions or unstructured times, such as lunch breaks.

What We Look for in a Candidate

We are seeking individuals who are empathetic, highly organised, and committed to student development. Successful applicants will ideally have:

  • Prior experience as a Pupil Support Worker, Teaching Assistant (TA), or in a relevant youth support role.

  • Knowledge and understanding of working with pupils who exhibit challenging behaviour.

  • A firm but fair approach to behaviour management and a desire to build strong student relationships.

  • Excellent communication skills, essential for liaising with staff, parents, and external agencies.

  • A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Work with Us in Blackpool?

We value our support staff and offer excellent opportunities across the Blackpool area:

  • Consistent Work: A variety of roles, including long-term contracts confirmed for January 2026.

  • Competitive Daily Pay: Rates reflective of your experience and the demands of the support worker role.

  • Local Opportunities: Guaranteed placement opportunities near the Fylde Coast.

  • Pathway to Teaching: Valuable experience for those interested in pursuing a career in teaching or specialist support.

Apply Today!

If you are a dedicated Pupil Support Worker ready for a new role in Blackpool, please apply immediately. We are keen to secure candidates for both immediate and January 2026 positions.

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