Learning Support Assistant

SMART Education Recruitment; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Level 2 Learning Support Assistant in Oldbury. This full-time role involves supporting pupils aged 2-11 with various needs, including Complex Needs and PMLD. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 qualification, experience in SEN support, and strong teamwork skills. This role provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Ongoing training and CPD

Supportive leadership and staff team

Excellent SEN resources

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN, particularly Complex Needs, PMLD, or ASC.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Assist with learning activities, sensory work, and communication programmes.
• Support pupils with physical care, mobility, and medical routines.
• Promote engagement, positive behaviour, and independence.

Skills

Calmness

Reliability

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Education

Level 2 Teaching and Learning Support qualification or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Level 2 Learning Support Assistant

Location: Oldbury, West Midlands

Hours: Monday to Friday Full Time

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: £90 - £106

Smart Education is recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join a well-resourced Primary SEN school in Oldbury, supporting pupils aged 2-11 with a range of needs including Complex Needs, PMLD, Physical and Medical Needs, and ASC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support
• Assist with learning activities, sensory work, and communication programmes
• Support pupils with physical care, mobility, and medical routines (training provided)
• Promote engagement, positive behaviour, and independence
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff

Requirements:

• Level 2 Teaching and Learning Support qualification or equivalent (essential)
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN (Complex Needs, PMLD, ASC preferred)
• Calm, patient, reliable, and proactive
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Why Apply?

• Supportive leadership and staff team
• Excellent SEN resources
• Ongoing training and CPD
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

About Smart Education

Smart Education are a specialist Education and Early Years agency, we recruit for permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND, Nursery Nurse and Tutors.

SMART EDUCATION is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offense to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity to children.