Learning Support Assistant

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Join a thriving school rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted – Inspire Excellence in our students

New Mills School is a small 11-16 secondary school in the High Peak, close to the stunning Peak District National Park, yet within easy reach of Stockport and Manchester.

Following a very positive Ofsted report rating us ‘Good’ in all areas, we are looking for exceptional Learning Support Assistantsto join our team. Ofsted praised our ambitious leadership, high-quality teaching, and strong student attitudes to learning, and we are now seeking some inspirational individuals to support our successful Faculties and SEN Department.

You will find New Mills School a warm, welcoming place, where we are proud of our inclusive ethos, high expectations, and strong sense of community. Our values—Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Team Spirit—underpin everything we do. We believe in the power of education to transform lives and are looking for a receptionist who shares this passion.

You should be a strong team player, looking forward to joining our school at an important time in its’ development. If you feel you share our values, have the vision and drive for excellence and want to be part of an enthusiastic, dedicated and well-resourced team, committed to ensuring that students fulfil their potential, then we would like to hear from you.

As we have a number of vacancies, we are open to hearing from individuals who wish to work full time and part time. The working hours of support staff who are supporting students in their learning are would be Monday to Friday 8:35am to 03:05pm. Please be clear in your covering letter whether you wish to be considered for part time or full time hours.

Application packs may be obtained from, and should be returned to Pete Eckersley, Office Manager, New Mills School, Church Lane, New Mills High Peak, SK22 4NR, or via email to jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk or from the school website www.newmillsschool.co.uk.

If you would like to discuss the post further, or arrange a visit to the school, please contact jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk and this can be arranged.

New Mills School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

New Mills School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.The successful applicants' appointments will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including references and a Disclosure and Barring check.

Closing date is 09:00 Monday 8 December 2025

Interviews to be held later that week or week commencing 15 December 2025

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.