Learning Support Assistant Level 2 - Ferndale Primary School

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking an energetic Learning Support assistant for Ferndale Primary School in Birmingham. The role is part-time, fixed-term until 27 July 2027, with 27.5 hours per week during term time.

It involves supporting children with SEND, including those with ASC and complex communication needs, within our learning zones or classrooms. The successful applicant will join a friendly, qualified team and work to raise standards through bespoke professional learning,

Qualifications

• Good classroom support skills.
• Understanding of working with children with SEND.
• Flexible approach to working with children.
• Commitment to safeguarding procedures and enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Support children with a range of needs across the school.
• Work with children with ASC and complex communication needs.
• Be part of a friendly and hardworking team and contribute to school life.

Job description

LSA Level 2 – Part-time and temporary, based on SEN funding

Working with children with a range of needs across school.
The role may be based in one of our Learning Zones with children with ASC and complex communication needs or with children in classrooms/spaces.

The Governors wish to appoint an energetic and committed Learning Support staff member for our large primary school. We are well staffed with highly qualified support staff who participate actively in the life of our school, including through appraisal.

The successful applicant will have good classroom support skills, high expectations and will be part of our friendly and hardworking team. They will have a good understanding of working with children with SEND and a flexible approach to working with children.

We are fully focused on raising standards through bespoke Professional Learning, whilst ensuring the effective development of the whole child.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Focused on supporting in innovative and creative ways
• Committed to our values, our children, parents and community
• A clear thinking, positive, aspirational and organised practitioner who demonstrates emotional intelligence.

We are committed to safeguarding procedures. We wish for you to be your authentic self in our school, where you will feel safe and respected. This role requires an enhanced DBS. For further information and request to visit the school contact Mrs Pauline Grant on 0121 357 3326 or email [e-mail]

Application closing date: Monday 2nd November 2026

Shortlisting in relation to personal specification: 3rd November 2026 onwards

Interviews following successful observation: following shortlisting

Pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with KCSIE

Hours:
27.5 hours per week, term time only

Grade:
Band B SCP 4 (£26,016) pro rata (Actual salary £16,882)

Location:
Ferndale Primary School, Ferndale Avenue, Great Barr, Birmingham. B43 5QF

Contract Type:
Fixed term contract until 27th July 2027 due to SEN funding

Closing Date:
Monday 2nd November 2026