Learning Support Assistant (TA3)
Parklands High School, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1LLDeadline is tomorrow
Job start date
2 June 2025
Closing date
25 April 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
26 March 2025
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £23,057.56 - £26,268.99 pro rata'd
Learning Support Assistant (TA3) job summary
Learning Support Assistant (Level 3) – Full Time, Term Time Only
Parklands High School, Southport Road, Chorley PR7 1LL
Salary: NJC Grade 6, SCP 11-19| 37 hrs per week. Term time only | Start Date: 2nd June 2025
Are you passionate about supporting all students including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to reach their full potential? Do you have the skills, dedication, and enthusiasm to make a real difference in a dynamic and forward-thinking learning environment? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
Why Join Us?
Parklands High School is part of the recently formed Aspirational Futures Multi Academy trust. We are an oversubscribed, high-achieving academy that prides itself on delivering an exceptional educational experience. We have a strong reputation for innovation, pastoral care, and a commitment to the highest standards in teaching and learning. Our Learning Support department is an inspiring and supportive team, dedicated to ensuring all students thrive academically and personally.
The Role
As a Learning Support Assistant (Level 3), you will:
- Work closely with teachers to implement structured learning activities and interventions for students.
- Support students with SEND in developing confidence, independence, and essential life skills.
- Assist with classroom organisation, behaviour management, and resource development.
- Foster positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Play an active role in whole-school initiatives to enhance student learning experiences.
What We’re Looking For;
- Experience of working with children in an educational setting.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- A proactive and adaptable approach to supporting students with diverse needs.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
- Minimum NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
What We Offer;
- A welcoming and supportive school community.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Access to our on-site gym and well-being initiatives.
- The opportunity to be part of an innovative and inclusive learning environment.
Join us and help shape the future of our students at Parklands High School!
How to Apply
To apply, please visit the vacancies page on our website and complete the online application form, including a supporting statement (max 3 pages A4, size 12 Arial font) outlining your suitability for the role.
Closing Date: Friday 25th April 2025
Interviews: W/C 5th May 2025
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lisa Williams, SENCo at lwilliams@parklandsacademy.co.uk
Parklands High School is part of the Aspirational Futures Multi-Academy Trust and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and online screening for shortlisted candidates.
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 are not accepted.
About Parklands High School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1120 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Parklands High School website
Parklands High School is a high-achieving 11 - 16 mixed comprehensive standalone academy.
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