Learning Support Assistants

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

Job summary

Helix Academies Trust is seeking Learning Support Assistants for Marple Hall School in Stockport. You will support students with special educational needs in mainstream classes, bringing patience, flexibility and a commitment to safeguarding to the role.

The post is permanent, 34 hours per week (8:00am–3:30pm), on NJC Scale 3 (£26,427–£26,847 pro rata; actual salary £20,771–£21,101). A DBS check is required; training will be provided; start date as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting pupils with SEN/D.
• Previous experience with young people desirable or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support students with special educational needs and/or disabilities in mainstream classes.
• Contribute to a patient, calm and inclusive learning environment.

Job description

Helix Academies TrustExecutive 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 Role - Learning Support AssistantsLocation - Marple Hall School Hours - 34 hours per week (8am-3.30pm)Contract - Type Permanent Scale - NJC 3 £26,427 - £26,847 pro rata (actual salary £20,771-£21,101Date Posted - 23rd October 2026Date Expires - 9am Friday 6th November 2026Start Date - As soon as possibleWe 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, Above all, we want to hear from people who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and supporting them to be the best that they can be. Training will be provided for successful candidates. 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.