Learning Support Assistant

Turves Green Boys' School; Turves Green; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-being package

Health checks

GP / counsellor access

Job summary

Turves Green Boys' School in Birmingham is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with diverse needs and ensure access to learning. You will work under teachers and leadership to deliver care and support programmes, helping pupils engage effectively in lessons and activities.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, compassionate, and committed to a positive learning environment, with strong interpersonal skills and a basic literacy/numeracy level.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with SEN pupils.
• Literacy and numeracy GCSE grade C or equivalent in English & Maths.
• Holding either a relevant qualification or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience.
• Basic understanding of child development and learning.

Responsibilities

• Work under the instruction and guidance of teachers to undertake work, care and support programmes to enable access to learning.
• Assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Literacy & numeracy GCSE

Relevant qualification

Child development understanding

Job description

Turves Green Boys' School – Turves Green, Northfield, Birmingham, B31 4BS

37 Hours | Term Time | Monday to Friday

Start Date: September 2026

Starting Salary £21,774.31 - £22,860.66 (FTE £25,315 - £26,578)

Salary ranges dependent on level of relevant qualification held

The role:

At Turves Green Boys' School, we are seeking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant. We want the best for every single child, and our Learning Support Assistants are vital in achieving this. There should be no barriers to learning and strong Learning Support Assistants will help young people be successful in school while preparing them for success in their future careers. The successful candidate will work under the instruction and guidance of teachers and leadership to undertake work, care and support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.

About you:

The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, supportive and compassionate individual committed to assisting our pupils and providing a positive learning environment.

Skillset will include:

• Having excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build a rapport with our SEN pupils;
• Adequate level of literacy and numeracy (GCSE grade C or Equivalent in English & Maths);
• Holding either a relevant qualification or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience;
• Having a basic understanding of child development and learning.

Please see job description for full list of skills, duties and responsibilities.

About us:

Turves Green Boys’ School is dedicated to helping every pupil reach their full potential through a no-excuses culture, where progression to top universities, sought-after apprenticeships, or skilled employment is the norm. While innovative in many areas, the school maintains traditional values of discipline, manners, and respect, with high expectations embodied in its motto, “success through endeavour.” Alongside academic achievement, the school focuses on developing personal qualities and values, offering plentiful opportunities beyond the classroom for pupils to fully engage and thrive.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

Application Deadline: 4th September 2026

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.