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Maths Intervention Learning Support Assistant

Grade 5, 30 hours per week, 39 weeks term time only (plus 2 INSET days and department meetings)

Actual Salary £18,471 - £19,688

Required: September 2026

Join Team Malbank and help us transform lives through numeracy

At Malbank School and Sixth Form College, we believe that strong numeracy skills are essential for success across the curriculum and in later life. We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Maths Intervention Learning Support Assistant to work alongside the Maths Department, supporting students who are struggling in maths to catch up and achieve their potential.

This role is funded through Pupil Premium and therefore has a clear priority focus on supporting pupils in receipt of Pupil Premium.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Work closely with the Maths Department to plan, deliver and review targeted maths interventions
• Support students who are significantly below age-related expectations in numeracy through structured intervention programmes
• Plan interventions alongside subject specialists, using assessment information to identify priority students
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to help students close gaps in key elements of the maths curriculum
• Extract students from our internal seclusion room who are significantly behind in their work to help them catch up
• Extract small groups of students from maths lessons to support them with essential curriculum content
• Monitor, assess and track progress of students receiving intervention
• Build positive, supportive relationships with vulnerable and disadvantaged learners
• Work collaboratively with SEND, pastoral and year teams to remove barriers to learning

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking someone who:

• Has experience working with young people (school-based experience desirable but not essential)
• Enjoys maths and has a genuine interest in supporting students to improve their numeracy skills
• Is keen to learn and work closely with the Maths Department
• Does not need to have an extensive mathematical background, but must be willing to develop subject knowledge
• Is patient, resilient and committed to helping students make progress
• Can work independently and manage a structured intervention time whilst also contributing effectively to a team
• Is committed to inclusive education and high expectations for all learners

Training and support will be provided, including guidance on the delivery of a range of maths intervention programmes.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative Maths Department
• High-quality CPD and ongoing training
• The opportunity to make a measurable difference to students in receipt of Pupil Premium
• A welcoming and inclusive school community
• Access to staff wellbeing support

How to Apply

Application forms and further details are available from the Cornovii Trust website.

Closing date: Friday 12th June at noon

Interview date: TBC

Malbank School and Sixth Form College 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 applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For Any Queries: admin@malbank.cheshire.sch.uk