Beech Hall School
SK10 2EG
Salary:
Competitive Salaries
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
17 October 2025
Job overview
Learning Support Assistant
Beech Hall School
Beech Hall School is seeking to appoint a full-time Learning Support Assistant. The successful candidate will have the knowledge, motivation and experience to support pupils with a range of needs including those with autism, dyslexia and ADHD.
Our ideal candidate will work collaboratively with our Enhanced Learning team to provide the very best support within the classroom environment, small group situations and on a one-to-one basis. Staff will work alongside teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils whilst also promoting their independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
This is an extremely skilled job and the successful candidates will understand how to provide the most effective support in a way that is not necessarily either obvious or overt. This role is about enabling not over-supporting, and above all, is about building trusting relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Provision for Pupils with SEND:
Act as a keyworker for pupils with SEND, supporting their academic and personal development.
Prepare and maintain tailored learning resources.
Deliver small group and 1:1 intervention programmes as directed by the SENDCo.
Implement strategies and advice from external agencies.
Reflect on and improve the quality of support provided.
Create and update school-focused plans and contribute to staff training.
Support in-class learning as directed by teachers.
Team Collaboration:
Work closely with colleagues across the school to support SEND pupils.
Maintain accurate pupil progress records using SIMS.
General Duties:
Undertake departmental tasks as required.
Uphold professional responsibilities including safeguarding, health and safety, and emergency procedures.
Pastoral Support:
Liaise with the Deputy Head Pastoral on social and emotional needs.
Understand and follow the school's safeguarding systems.
Person Specification
Essential Experience:
Experience working with vulnerable learners and pupils with SEND.
Proficiency with software packages and assistive hardware.
Education & Training:
GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics (Grade C or above).
Skills & Knowledge:
Strong understanding of the importance of building positive relationships.
Competent ICT skills (Word, Excel).
Why Join Us?
A supportive and inclusive school environment.
Opportunities for professional development.
A chance to make a meaningful impact on pupils' lives.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and social media checks.
Recruiter contact:
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About Beech Hall School
Beech Hall School
Tytherington, Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK10 2EG
United Kingdom
History of Beech Hall
Beech Hall was built for a prosperous mill owner in the 19th Century, but became a school in 1926. The school buildings are sited at the top of a hill overlooking the Bollin Valley, a beautiful stretch of Cheshire countryside. The school has extensive playing fields set in the valley below, and these are reached by a long walk down steps cut into the hill (the return walk after games seems like an even longer walk) For the teaching of games and PE we also have a heated sports hall on site and a heated swimming pool that is used in the summer months. During the winter, we swim at a local indoor pool however the outdoor pool is still used for our winter training camps
The School - Composition.
Beech Hall is a very friendly place. The staff are dedicated and hardworking; the children are amiable and receptive; and the parents supportive and enthusiastic.
Beech Hall School accepts both boys and girls. The children that attend Beech Hall School range from Reception to Year 13. From 4 to 7, the children are in a part of the infant school and from 7 to 11 the children join the junior school. Pupils from age 11 upwards are in the senior school. The average class size at the school is currently 12-16 children.
The Curriculum
The children are taught a broad and balanced curriculum: Maths, English, Science, IT, Art and DT, History, Geography, MFL, PE, Games, RE, Swimming and Music. Children have the option of taking private music lessons, and some have private tutoring on site out of school hours in maths and English. A number of children also receive learning support for various special needs.
After school activities range from numerous sports to music, art and drama. The school has a fine sporting record and enjoys significant success at football, rugby, hockey, athletics and netball.
Local Area
Macclesfield is set in the prosperous area of South East Cheshire. To the east lies the beautiful hills of Derbyshire and the Peak District National Park. Immediately to the west lie the exclusive towns of Alderly Edge and Wilmslow, home to celebrities from sport and show business. To the north is Manchester (about 15 minutes by train, 30 minutes by road) filled with culture, restaurants, various sporting arena, and a thriving nightlife. Manchester has recently become one of the most fashionable and vibrant cities in England.
Manchester airport is no more than 30 minutes from the school and London about three hours by road, 90 minutes by train.
There are local shops and amenities within walking distance. Large supermarkets are also close by in the town centre.
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