Learning Support Assistant (Level 2) - Burnt Tree Primary School

Learning Support Assistant Level 2

The leaders and Governors wish to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Learning Support Assistant Level 2 to join our committed and dedicated team at Burnt Tree Primary School.

The successful candidate will work across the school, predominantly in KS1 with children with SEND. They will provide additional support during lessons as well as at lunchtimes.

The successful candidate should be proactive; show initiative; and have the welfare and safety of our children at heart at all times. They may be required to support intimate care needs/toileting. The successful candidate will provide a high level of support for a range of children, including high-need pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, and have the desire to make a difference to the children they support.

Candidates should have the following qualities and experience:
· A minimum of NVQ Level 2
· Good general education levels in English and Maths (Level 2 at a minimum)
· Experience of working in an educational establishment as a Teaching Assistant
· Experience of supporting children with SEND
· Knowledge of the range of different types of learning difficulties, disabilities and challenging behaviour children may have/display
· Experience of providing support to children with varying challenges
· Ability to adapt to various working environments and to children with differing abilities and/or needs
· Experience in creating resources to help the children they are supporting
· Experience in completing and recording observational assessments and contributing to assessment judgements
· The ability to contribute to and sustain a high quality of educational provision for the children they work with
· Experience of RWI phonics desirable

The person appointed will have high standards and expectations in all areas of school life and will be committed to a teamwork approach. They should have good interpersonal and communication skills and a caring attitude. They should be flexible in terms of working patterns. The successful candidate will be responsible for administering basic first aid, if required (training will be provided).

Application Details

Application Form, Job Description and Personnel Specification can be downloaded from the Sandwell Local Authority website or WM Jobs. All completed application forms must be returned by email to claire.brown@burnttree.sandwell.sch.uk, posted, or delivered directly to the school office. Interested applicants can contact: School Business Manager – Claire Brown on 0121 557 2967.

· Closing Date: Wednesday 11th November at 12 noon
· Shortlisting Date: Thursday 12th November 2026
· Interviews: Thursday 19th/Friday 20th November

If you do not hear from us by Friday 13th October, unfortunately you have not been successful in your application.

Contract Details
· Hours: 32.5 hours per week, Term Time Only (8:30am – 3.30)
· Grade: Grade B SCP 4 £26,016 FTE (actual salary pro-rata based on 32.5 hours, term time only)
· Location: Burnt Tree Primary School, Hill Road, Tividale, Oldbury, B69 2LN
· Contract: Fixed-Term Contract until 02/07/2027 to cover a maternity leave.

Additional Information:
Burnt Tree Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and passionate Learning Support Assistant to our team, who shares our vision for providing an inclusive, high-quality education for all pupils.

Pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with KCSIE.

Hours -
32.5 hours per week (Term Time Only)
Grade -
Band B, SCP 4 £26,016 pro rata (£13.48 per hour) (actual £19,951 per annum)
Location -
Burnt Tree Primary School, Hill Road, Tividale, B69 2LN
Contract -
Fixed Term Contract (Ending 2nd July 2027)
Closing Date -
Wednesday 11th November 2026 at 12pm