DBS01167/26 - Learning Support Assistant - Marden Bridge Middle School
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Term-time only (Temporary)
Working Pattern:
Part time - term time plus specified days
Advert Start Date:
02/10/2026
Advert End Date:
15/10/2026 09:00
Salary:
£22,610 - £23,756 pro rata
Job Category:
Schools - Support
Employment Location:
Marden Bridge Middle School, Lovaine Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE25 8RW
Further Information
Marden Bridge Middle School requires a suitably experienced, versatile, and competent Learning Support Assistant to support pupils in our SEN cohort at Marden Bridge. We are an oversubscribed school with 600 on roll.
The successful candidate will work under the guidance of SENDCO, and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement agreed work programmes with individuals or groups, in or out of the classroom. This includes in-class support, withdrawal work to focus on specific skills, accompaniment on trips, liaising with teachers, and a thirst to engage with high-quality CPD on offer.
The primary focus of the post is to support SEN pupils with a variety of needs both in and out of the classroom.
The successful candidates will be knowledgeable, effective and able to support pupils with needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, dyslexia, and dyscalculia, for example.
Marden Bridge offers a comprehensive training programme, so candidates who show willingness will have the opportunity to make significant career gains at our school.
Ofsted July 2025:
“Marden Bridge is offering pupils an exceptional education.”
“Pupils with SEND have the support they need to achieve well.”
“The personal development programme is exemplary.”
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks as appropriate.
Please contact the school for an application form.