Learning Support Assistant

Alderley Edge Community Primary School, Alderley Edge, Cheshire, SK9 7UZ

28 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  10 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £20,010.00 - £21,328.00 Annually (Actual) NJC Grade 5

Learning Support Assistant job summary

Join our dedicated and supportive team at Alderley Edge Primary School.

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and committed Learning Support Assistant to join our successful and forward-thinking primary school. This is a fixed term, full-time position starting on 1st September 2026. Applications for part-time working will also be considered.

The successful candidate will work with children with SEND within a mainstream primary setting across a range of age groups. The role will involve:

Providing academic and pastoral support to pupils on an individual basis

Supporting inclusion and engagement in the classroom

Working closely with class teachers and the wider school team

Helping children to develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours

Supporting children in their social engagement and play

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience supporting children with SEND and a good understanding of a range of additional needs

Is patient, nurturing and adaptable

Is able to use their initiative and respond positively to the individual needs of children

Has a strong understanding of child development and knows how to engage and motivate children in their learning

Can build positive relationships with children, staff and families

Is committed to helping every child achieve their potential

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a welcoming school community that values collaboration, professional development and high-quality teaching and learning. Alderley Edge Primary School offers excellent opportunities for peer learning and ongoing professional growth.

Working hours: 8:15am - 3:15pm, term time only. There may also be opportunities for additional paid work before and after school.

Opportunity to view the school - Tuesday 9th June 2026

The closing date for applications - Wednesday 10th June 2026 noon

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 17th June

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to rigorous safeguarding procedures, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Alderley Edge Community Primary School

• School type: Academies, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: Up to 210 pupils
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Alderley Edge Community Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/alderley-edge-community-primary-school-alderley-edge

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