Nurture Teaching Assistant (Primary School)Location: BlackburnHours: Full Time(Term Time) Start Date: SeptemberPay- £ Per Hour depending on experince.We are seeking a caring, resilient and dedicated Nurture Teaching Assistant to join our primary school team in Blackburn on a Full-time basis. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils who require additional emotional, social and behavioural support to access learning successfully.The RoleAs a Nurture Teaching Assistant, you will:Work closely with individual pupils and small groups across the primary age rangeSupport children with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needsHelp pupils develop confidence, emotional regulation and positive relationshipsDeliver nurture-based interventions in line with the school's nurture provisionWork collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs and external professionalsPromote a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environmentThe Ideal CandidateWe are looking for someone who:Has experience working with children in a primary or nurture/SEMH settingDemonstrates a calm, patient and empathetic approachUnderstands attachment, trauma-informed practice and nurture principles (desirable)Has strong communication and teamwork skillsIs committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenWhat We OfferA supportive and welcoming school environmentOngoing professional development and trainingThe opportunity to make a real difference to pupils' livesA full-time, term-time position within a committed staff teamAll applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.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.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.