Learning Assistant Level 2

St Helens Borough Council; St Helens; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in St Helens is seeking a compassionate Learning Assistant Level 2 to inspire and support children. The role involves fostering an inclusive ethos, motivating students, and collaborating with a supportive team. This temporary position is crucial for enhancing educational standards until August 2026. Ideal candidates will have a passion for making a difference in children's lives. The institution values the wellbeing of its staff and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Comprehensive wellbeing package

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Must embody the inclusive ethos of the school.
• Sensitivity to the needs of children and families.
• Commitment to raising standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the inclusive ethos of the school.
• Motivate and inspire children.
• Work collaboratively with staff and governors.

Skills

Compassionate support

Enthusiasm

Flexibility

Ability to motivate children

High expectations of achievement

Job description

The Governors of Robins Lane Community Primary School are seeking to appoint an outstanding and compassionate Learning Assistant Level 2 who embodies our school motto ‘Aim High, Fly High’.

This post is required as soon as possible and is Temporary until 31st August 2026.

Responsibilities

• Believe they can make a difference
• Be supportive of the inclusive ethos of the school
• Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour
• Be enthusiastic and motivate children
• Be committed to raising standards
• Be flexible and hard-working
• Be sensitive to the needs of our children and families

Benefits

• Happy, caring children with a thirst for learning
• An opportunity to make a difference
• A strong, shared vision for our school
• Opportunities for personal and professional development
• A supportive and encouraging team of staff and governors

Visits to our school are welcomed and can be arranged by telephoning our school office on 01744 678503 or emailing [e-mail].

Our Values

Our WINGS values are at the heart of everything we do.

• Warm-hearted
• Inspire
• Never Give Up
• Genuine
• Strive to Succeed

We want our children to know and value their roots whilst building the knowledge, confidence and curiosity to venture out into the wider world where they can ‘Aim high and fly high’. To support this, we have a wonderful and dedicated team of staff and governors. We work together collaboratively and with mutual trust and respect. We invest in the wellbeing and happiness of every individual staff member. We buy into a comprehensive wellbeing package for every member of our team, which offers financial and legal advice, medical advice and support, mental health support (including counselling), GP appointments and musculoskeletal services. We want our staff to be healthy and happy and support everyone having a positive work / life balance.

Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares.

Robins Lane is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For more information regarding this role, please contact School Business Lead [e-mail]

Closing date : Monday 1st December 2025

Shortlisting : Tuesday 2nd December 2025 (Candidates will be contacted by telephone or email following this)

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Thursday 4th December 2025.

Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.