Early Years Learning Support Assistant

Woodford Primary School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary education institution in Manchester is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to help pupils with diverse learning needs. The role involves providing one-on-one and group support during school hours, ensuring a rewarding experience for young learners. Ideal candidates will have a sound educational background, particularly in Maths and English, and experience in a school environment is preferable. This is a part-time, term-time only position.

Benefits

Comprehensive professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Commitment to work-life balance

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English (A-C) or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of educational play.
• Experience in school environments beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with various learning needs.
• Provide supervision during lunch and playground activities.

Skills

Educational background including GCSE's in Maths and English

Knowledge of play and creating opportunities

Experience in a school environment

Job description

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We are seeking a friendly and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our growing team at Woodford Primary School on a Fixed-Term basis. In this rewarding role, you'll play a vital part in supporting pupils with a variety of learning needs. You'll work alongside teachers to provide one-on-one or small group support, and empower pupils to reach their full potential.

Here at the Laurus Trust, we provide a cutting-edge SEND provision that makes a real difference to the lives of our young people. We are now looking for caring, dedicated individuals to join our SEND team. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting pupils’ progress while promoting their independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.

We offer a comprehensive programme of professional learning, and all our schools provide designated workspaces for staff. Our Trust-wide training covers both whole-school SEND priorities and specialist development for SEND teams, ensuring you are fully supported in your practice.

If you would like to join our Laurus family in a rewarding role that changes the lives of our pupils by empowering them to become the best that they can then we would love to hear from you.

This position is contracted on a 12 hours per week Term Time Only basis. This means you will mainly work when the school is open to pupils and will not need to work during the school holidays unless the contract requires you to do so. In total you will be in work for a minimum of 38 out of 52 weeks.

Job Purpose

For further details on the role, please find the Job Description below.

• To provide high standards of care and play opportunities for children between the ages of 4 and 11 years old in a safe, secure and stimulating kids club environment.
• To provide supervision of pupils during the lunchtime period both in the dining area and during playground activities.

Key Skills and Experiences

• Sound educational background including GCSE's in Maths and English (A C) or equivalent.
• Good knowledge and understanding of play and how to create opportunities for a wide range of ages and interests.
• Experience working in a school environment would be an advantage.

To find out more about what the Trust offers—including our extensive range of employee benefits and opportunities for further professional learning—please visit our Careers page.

At the Laurus Trust, we recognise the importance of maintaining a healthy work–life balance. Striking the right balance can increase motivation and morale, reduce stress, improve performance and productivity, and make roles more accessible to a wider range of applicants. Wherever possible, we are committed to providing flexible working arrangements from the outset, which may include part‑time positions, term‑time schedules, job‑sharing, and compressed hours.

To complete an application form please click 'Fast apply'. A full application must be submitted as CV's will unfortunately not be accepted in line with our safer recruitment process.

We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date.

Disability Confident Employer

We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. If you require any reasonable adjustments for an interview, please highlight this to our Recruitment Team in advance.

Safeguarding Statement

Woodford Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under‑represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.