KS1 SEND Learning Support Assistant – Term-Time, 32.5h/wk

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant Level 2 for Burnt Tree Primary School in Oldbury. The role supports pupils with SEND, mainly in KS1, during lessons and lunchtimes, with some intimate care and first aid responsibilities as needed.

The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 2, Level 2 English and Maths, and experience as a Teaching Assistant. The post is a 32.5 hour weekly term-time contract, pro-rata salary around £26,016 FTE.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 and good general education in English and Maths.
• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in education.
• Experience supporting children with SEND and diverse needs.
• Ability to complete observational assessments and contribute to judgments.
• Awareness of RWI phonics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide support across lessons and lunchtimes, mainly in KS1.
• Support 1:1 and small groups for high-need pupils.
• Assist with safeguarding, welfare and basic first aid if needed.
• Create resources and record observational assessments.
• Work flexibly in different environments to support learners.

Skills

NVQ Level 2

English Level 2

Maths Level 2

Teaching Assistant experience

SEND experience

Observational assessments

RWI phonics knowledge

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Level 2)

Job description

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant Level 2 for Burnt Tree Primary School in Oldbury. The role supports pupils with SEND, mainly in KS1, during lessons and lunchtimes, with some intimate care and first aid responsibilities as needed.

The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 2, Level 2 English and Maths, and experience as a Teaching Assistant. The post is a 32.5 hour weekly term-time contract, pro-rata salary around £26,016 FTE.