Learning Support Assistant – SEN Focus – Stockport Secondary School
Location: Stockport
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-Time Only
Salary: £89 – £110 per day
A well-regarded secondary school in Stockport is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant to work within their SEN department from September. You will play a vital role in supporting students with a range of special educational needs including ASD, ADHD, and Speech and Language difficulties.
Key Responsibilities:
* Work 1:1 with students who require additional support to access the curriculum
* Support students in lessons by scaffolding tasks and simplifying instructions
* Deliver tailored interventions in literacy, numeracy, and social skills
* Support behaviour management strategies and encourage student independence
* Liaise with SENCOs and external agencies to ensure appropriate support plans are followed
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* Previous experience supporting students with SEN, either in a school or alternative setting
* A nurturing, patient, and consistent approach
* Strong literacy and numeracy skills
* Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to student needs
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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