Job description
“Job Opportunity for Classroom Support Worker in Blandford Forum!”
Job Title: Classroom Support Worker
Location: Blandford Forum
Salary: £13.68 – £16.12 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediate
Are you passionate about helping children engage, achieve, and grow in their learning?
A rewarding opportunity awaits in Blandford Forum, where GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and supportive Classroom Support Worker to join a friendly school committed to providing an inclusive and encouraging learning environment.
About the Role:
As a Classroom Support Worker, you will play an essential role in supporting students across the classroom, helping them access learning, develop skills, and stay engaged throughout the school day. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to make a meaningful difference within a nurturing educational setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities.
- Provide general and targeted support to students who may need additional guidance.
- Help maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Encourage students’ participation, confidence, and positive behaviour.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and other professionals to support student progress.
Requirements:
- Experience working with children in a school or care setting (desirable).
- A patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic approach.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow guidance and contribute positively to classroom routines.
- A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
To work with GSL Education as a Classroom Support Worker, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
- Have a DBS registered to the update service, or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more information or to register your interest in the Classroom Support Worker role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.