Learning Support Assistant

Flourish Education; Dudley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Holiday pay 12.07%

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Job summary

Flourish Education are working with a wonderful Primary School in Stourbridge, Dudley area, seeking a Learning Support Assistant to start in February for the rest of the academic year. This is a full-time, classroom-based role supporting a Year 2 pupil on a 1:1 basis with the class teacher.

The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, SEN experience, strong behaviour management, and be able to build trusting relationships with pupils.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant level 2 or Level 3 qualification.
• Experience with SEN pupils in a Primary school or SEN setting.
• Be familiar with strategies to manage challenging behaviours.
• Able to build strong, trusting relationships with children.
• Good curriculum knowledge of Key Stage 1.
• DBS update service or issued in last 12 months.
• Two excellent references.

Responsibilities

• Support a Year 2 pupil on a 1:1 basis in a full-time classroom setting.
• Work closely with the class teacher to maintain a safe and engaging learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Relationship building

KS1 knowledge

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant, looking for a new role in education?

Flourish Education are working alongside a wonderful Primary School based in Stourbridge, who are hoping to appoint a qualified Learning Support Assistant starting in February, until the end of the academic year.

This Learning Support Assistant role is a full-time classroom based role, supporting a Year 2 pupil on a 1:1 support basis. This is working closely with the class teacher to support a safe, engaging, and positive learning environment.

The child presents with challenging behaviour and requires consistent, nurturing support to help them focus, regulate emotions, and engage positively with learning. This role is ideal for someone who is calm under pressure and passionate about making a real difference to a child’s educational journey.

Required Skills and Experience for this Learning Support Assistant role

• Hold a relevant level 2 or Level 3 qualification.
• Previous experience working with SEN pupils, within a Primary school or SEN setting, particularly with pupils who have behavioural needs.
• Be familiar with implementing strategies to manage and reduce challenging behaviours
• Be able to build strong, and trusting relationships with the children in the class.
• Good curriculum knowledge of Key Stage 1.
• A DBS on the update service or issued in the last 12 months
• A minimum of 2 excellent references

Working for Flourish Education as a Learning Support Assistant, you will receive:

• Competitive Salary –£18,049 - £19,500 per annum based on previous experience
• Pension Contributions
• Holiday Pay - for PAYE candidates 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot
• KCSIE-compliant safeguarding and prevent duty training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work from your own dedicated consultant

This school is located in the Dudley area, which is easily accessible via Kingswinford, Bilston, Oldbury and Rowley Regis.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.