Midday Assistant

Valley Special School; Bramhall; On-site; GBP 4,900 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Valley School, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 1EN, invites applications for a Midday Assistant. The role is part-time, term-time only, 8 hrs 20 mins per week (11:50am–1:30pm) on Scale 2 (pro rata). Start Date: 16 November 2026 or as soon as possible.

The school is a caring environment for children with complex learning, sensory, physical and medical needs, including autism. We welcome applicants who are patient, kind and love working with children, with ongoing training provided.

Job description

Valley School
Whitehaven Road, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 1EN
0161 439 7343, [e-mail]

Midday Assistant
Scale 2 (£4,855 - £4,931 pro rata)
8 hrs 20 mins per week (11:50am 1:30pm)
Part-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: 16 November 2026 or as soon as possible

Valley School is an exceptional primary special school for children with complex learning, sensory, physical, and medical needs, including autism.

We’re looking for a caring, patient, and kind person who loves working with children.

You’ll join a supportive, skilled team in a super friendly school with plenty of ongoing training provided.

It's a great stepping stonelots of our midday assistants end up becoming teaching assistants!

If you’d like to know more, just give the school a call and chat with the headteacher.

If you would like to find out more about the role please contact [e-mail] for an informal discussion about the role

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

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We want our employees to have a good work life balance and in many job roles we can offer a range of flexible/hybrid working arrangements. We also have inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support our diverse workforce. We will listen to, learn from, and develop our workforce.

Supporting Documents

Application Form
Person Specification