Learning Support Assistant

Bedford High School; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 15,576 - 19,037; Full time

Job summary

Bedford High School invites applications for two administrative roles (Grade 3) based at Manchester Road, Leigh, Greater Manchester. The positions are 30 hours per week, term-time only, temporary to 31 August 2027, with a start date as soon as possible. Salary is £17,307 per annum, or £13.26 per hour.

Immediate opening and early applications are encouraged. The successful candidates will join a warm, supportive team and benefit from high-quality CPD, a focus on wellbeing, and a culture that

Qualifications

• An organised and proactive individual who can manage a range of administrative tasks.
• You’ll have a friendly telephone manner and connect well with others.

Responsibilities

• Handle a range of administrative tasks and prioritise workload.
• Answer calls, manage correspondence and support school operations.
• Assist with onboarding and visits, and support staff and pupils as needed.
• Coordinate with HR for recruitment and safeguarding processes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Telephone manner

Job description

Bedford High School

Manchester Road

Leigh

WN7 2LU

Salary: Grade 3, £17,307 per annum. £13.26 per hour

2 positions x 30 hours per week, term time only

Temporary until 31st August 2027

Required for as soon as possible

Do you want to work at a school where staff thrive and students flourish? Where relationships matter, where wellbeing isn’t just a slogan, and where colleagues genuinely enjoy coming to work?

Do you want to join a school where staff feel valued, supported and proud of what they achieve together?

Here’s what sets us apart:

A Warm, Supportive Team

You’ll join colleagues who collaborate daily, celebrate success and share a mission to provide an exceptional experience for every student.

A School That Truly Invests in Staff

We offer high-quality CPD, coaching, mentoring and leadership development. Our staff retention is strong because colleagues feel supported, trusted and appreciated.

Wellbeing Comes First

A dedicated wellbeing hour, Mental Health First Aiders, family-friendly policies and a culture that actively protects work‑life balance.

And most importantly, you’ll feel the difference the moment you walk through the door.

As one colleague shared: "I’m very happy here and feel respected and looked after."

Who are we looking for?

An organized and proactive individual who can manage a range of different administrative tasks, spin a few plates and prioritise tasks. You’ll enjoy working as part of a team and also solo. You’ll have a friendly telephone manner and connect well with others.

So, come and see us; we warmly encourage visits. You’ll get a feel for our culture, meet our team and see first‑hand why Bedford is such a rewarding place to work.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualities to undertake this role, we will be delighted to receive your application form.

Please complete the application form, we do not accept CVs and return to Mrs Claire Taylor, HR Manager, at the school address or by email to [e-mail]. Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early and interview before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.

All offers of employment are conditional subject to an enhanced disclosure with child barred list, appropriate overseas checks, medical clearance, relevant qualification certificates and references satisfactory to the school. In line with recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence for all shortlisted candidates, you will be required to complete a self‑declaration of any criminal records or information that would make you unsuitable to work with children. At Bedford High School safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and to adhere to the school’s safeguarding policies and procedures. All candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK and comply with the Immigrations, Asylum and Nationality Act regulations. Applications from all sections of the community are welcome.

This post involves working with children, young people or vulnerable adults and is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email of the interview arrangements. Please ensure your correct email address is provided on your application form.

As we receive many applications for posts, we regret that we will only be able to contact those applicants who are shortlisted for interview. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been shortlisted for interview on this particular occasion.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: [phone]. Email: [e-mail]. Website: bedfordhighschool.co.uk.

Interview date: To Be Confirmed

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the links below:

Supporting Documents

• Application Form
• Application Pack
• DBS Policy Statement – Schools
• Guidance for Safer Working Practice
• Childcare Disqualification Requirements
• Privacy Notice
• Short Form Privacy Notice
• Working Together to Safeguard Children