Learning Support Assistant

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheadle Primary School is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support children's learning within our inclusive setting. Applicants should have at least one year of relevant experience and NVQ Level 2/3 for Teaching Assistants (or equivalent).

Literacy and numeracy at NVQ Level 2 or higher in English and Maths are required. A good knowledge of policies, curriculum matters, and ICT to support learning is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children’s learning in an educational setting.
• NVQ Level 2/3 for Teaching Assistants (or equivalent).
• Literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to NVQ Level 2 in English and Maths.
• Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice.
• Understanding of curriculum matters and to contribute to curriculum development, planning, evaluation and implementation.
• Ability to plan effective actions for pupils at risk of underachieving.
• Effective use of ICT to support learning.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills to relate to a wide range of people.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning in an educational setting.
• Contribute to curriculum development, planning, evaluation and implementation.
• Plan actions for pupils at risk of underachieving.
• Work as part of a team and show initiative.

Skills

Experience supporting children's learn

ICT use for learning

Teamwork and initiative

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 for Teaching Assistants

Literacy & Numeracy NVQ Level 2

Job description

The Avenue, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 1EN

Pay:

Meets national minimum wage

Contract Type:

Contract

Hours:

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

24/09/2026

About this job

What skills and experience we're looking for About You: We are looking for someone with:

At least a year of experience working to support children's learning in a relevant educational setting, experience of speech and language interventions desirable.

NVQ Level 2 or 3 for Teaching Assistants (or equivalent).

Literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to NVQ Level 2 in English and Maths.

Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice.

An understanding of curriculum matters and to be able to contribute effectively to curriculum development, planning, evaluation and implementation.

In depth understanding of areas of learning, e.g.

English, maths, science, SEND or Early Years.

Understanding of principles of child development and learning processes.

Ability to plan effective actions for pupils at risk of underachieving.

Effective use of ICT to support learning.

Well-developed interpersonal skills to be able to relate well to a wide range of people.

Work constructively as part of a team whilst being able to demonstrate initiative.

What the school offers its staff At Cheadle Primary School, we are proud of our inclusive ethos, our supportive team environment, and our commitment to continuous improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic, adaptable, and committed to making a difference in the lives of children.

Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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