Learning Support Assistants - Stockport

Aspire People; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Stockport is looking for graduate Learning Support Assistants to provide support in secondary schools. Candidates should have strong subject knowledge and a passion for making a difference in students' lives. This role offers valuable classroom experience and the chance to work flexibly across various schools in the Stockport and South Manchester area.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Support from a dedicated consultant

Opportunities for long-term placements

Qualifications

• Graduates must have a Bachelor's degree related to the secondary curriculum.
• Experience with SEND students is highly desirable.
• Candidates must be confident and passionate about education.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students, particularly those with SEND.
• Assist teachers and help students reach their full potential.
• Develop strong relationships with schools.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Passion for supporting young people

Experience supporting young people

Confidence in education

Education

UK Bachelor’s degree in a related subject

Job description

Overview

Learning Support Assistants Wanted - Secondary Schools | Stockport

Location: Across Stockport and South Manchester

Contract: Long-term, short-term & daily supply opportunities

Start Date: Ongoing

Salary: Competitive daily rate

Aspire People are building a bank of talented, graduate Learning Support Assistants to work across secondary schools in Stockport. Whether you're seeking your first role after university or looking to gain more experience in education, we have opportunities to match your skills and ambitions.

We're looking for graduates with strong subject knowledge, a passion for supporting young people, and the drive to make a real difference. You'll work closely with teachers, providing targeted support to students - including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) - helping them reach their full potential.

What we're looking for

• UK Bachelor’s degree in a subject related to the secondary curriculum
• Excellent understanding of core subjects (English, Maths, Science)
• Experience supporting young people - this could be through tutoring, university mentoring schemes, youth work, or similar
• Experience working with students with SEND is highly desirable
• DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
• Ability to provide references covering the last 2 years
• Confident, dedicated, and passionate about education
• Aspiring to train as a teacher in the future (desirable)

What’s in it for you?

• Gain invaluable classroom experience before teacher training
• Flexible work to fit around your schedule
• Opportunities for long-term placements to build strong school relationships
• Support from a dedicated Aspire People consultant
• Work with a variety of schools across Stockport and South Manchester

If you're a graduate ready to inspire and support the next generation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the first step in your education career with Aspire People!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.