Children’s Support Worker – Primary Schools Location: Blackburn Primary schools (various sites) Hours: Term-time / Part-time or Full-time (flexible) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Do you have a passion for helping children thrive? Are you patient, caring, and ready to make a real difference in a child’s school day? We’re looking for a Children’s Support Worker to join our team and support pupils in primary school settings. About the Role As a Children’s Support Worker, you will work closely with teachers and school staff to support children’s emotional, social, and learning needs. You may work one-to-one or with small groups, helping children build confidence, manage emotions, and engage positively with learning. Key Responsibilities Provide tailored support to children in the classroom and around school Support pupils with additional needs (e.g. SEND, SEMH, or behavioural needs) Encourage positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and social skills Help children access the curriculum and stay engaged in learning Build trusting, supportive relationships with children and staff Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures at all times About You Caring, patient, and reliable Passionate about working with children Experience working with children (school, care, youth work, or similar) is desirable Strong communication and teamwork skills Able to remain calm and positive in challenging situations Relevant qualifications or training are an advantage, but not essential What We Offer Rewarding work making a genuine difference to children’s lives Supportive team and ongoing guidance Opportunities for training and development Flexible working options across local primary schools All 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.