Learning Support Assistant

Marple Hall; Stockport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Marple Hall School is seeking dedicated Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with special educational needs. Successful candidates may have prior experience with young people or a strong desire to start a rewarding new role.

You will assist with learning, communication, emotional regulation and social development in mainstream classes. This is a permanent, 34-hour-per-week post (8am–3.30pm) within Helix Academies Trust, with a pro rata salary of £20,771–£21,101.

Qualifications

• Dedicated to supporting pupils with special educational needs.
• Experience with young people is welcome or a strong desire to start.
• Assist with learning, communication, emotional regulation and social development.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEN in mainstream classes.
• Assist learning activities and help with behaviour and social development.

Skills

Learning support

Flexibility

Communication skills

Patience

Job description

Helix Academies Trust

Executive Headteacher Mr Joe Barker

Helix Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Job Details

• Job Role: Learning Support Assistants
• Location: Marple Hall School
• Hours: 34 hours per week (8am-3.30pm)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Salary: Scale NJC 3 £26,427 £26,847 pro rata (actual salary £20,771-£21,101)
• Date Posted: 23rd October 2026
• Date Expires: 9am Friday 6th November
• Start Date: As soon as possible

We require dedicated and flexible Learning Support Assistants to support students with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Patient and calm, the successful candidates may have previous experience in working with young people or will have a desire to seek an exciting new opportunity at work. The successful candidate will work closely with pupils who have a range of additional needs, supporting their learning, communication, emotional regulation and social development.

Learning Support Assistants work in our mainstream classes

We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Marple Hall School is part of the Helix Academies Trust, and the successful candidate will be employed by the Helix Academies Trust

Supporting Documents

• Person Specification
• Job Description
• Application Form