25 days remaining to apply

  • 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.

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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
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Parklands High School is a high-achieving 11 - 16 mixed comprehensive standalone academy.

School location

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