Learning Support Worker

Learning Support Worker

Location: Stockport
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Setting: Specialist School – Complex Needs, Communication Needs, Autism & Sensory Impairments

A welcoming and highly nurturing specialist school in Stockport is looking to appoint a Learning Support Worker to join their dedicated team. The school supports pupils with complex communication and educational needs, as well as young people with learning disabilities, autism, sensory impairments and a range of complex needs.

About the School

The school has seen consistent success in pupil outcomes over recent years, driven by its commitment to personalised learning and a deeply supportive environment. This is a truly delightful setting with:

• Specialised classrooms tailored to individual learning profiles
• Sensory rooms and therapeutic spaces
• A high staff‑to‑student ratio, enabling targeted, meaningful support
• Skilled, supportive staff who work collaboratively to ensure every pupil thrives

The facilities are purpose-built to meet the diverse needs of learners, helping them to achieve academically, socially and emotionally.

The Role

As a Learning Support Worker, you will primarily be supporting students within the classroom, helping them access learning and develop essential life skills. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 or small-group support
• Assisting pupils with communication, sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing
• Delivering activities set by the class teacher and SENCO
• Supporting pupils with complex needs to engage positively in learning
• Promoting independence, confidence and resilience
• Helping maintain a calm, structured and nurturing environment

This is an incredibly rewarding role, ideal for someone who is compassionate, patient and committed to making a positive difference.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience in a care or education setting
• Experience working with young people
• Understanding of – or willingness to learn about – complex needs, learning disabilities, Autism and sensory impairments
• Empathy, resilience and excellent communication skills
• Enthusiasm and a commitment to supporting positive outcomes
• An Enhanced Child & Adult DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Teaching Personnel

Why Join This School?

• A collaborative, welcoming and supportive team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A role where no two days are the same
• The chance to make a meaningful, lasting impact on the lives of young people

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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