Learning Support Assistant (Level 2) - The Federation of Abbey Infant and Junior School

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council; Smethwick; In loco; GBP 15.000 - 19.000; Part-time

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The Federation of Abbey Infant and Junior School is seeking a proactive Learning Support Assistant Level 2 to support pupils, including those with SEND, across the school day. The role involves helping during lessons and lunchtimes, maintaining welfare, and assisting with observations and resource creation.

Applicants should have NVQ Level 2 and English/Maths at level 2, plus experience as a Teaching Assistant. An enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks apply.

Competenze

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 and GCSE English/Maths at level 2 or equivalent.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in an educational setting.
• Experience supporting children with SEND and challenging behaviour.
• Ability to create resources and record observations for assessments.

Mansioni

• Support children with SEND, including high-need pupils, both in lessons and at lunchtimes.
• Provide 1:1 support where needed and assist with assessments.
• Assist with basic first aid when required (training provided).
• Contribute to high-quality educational provision and teamwork.

Conoscenze

Teaching Assistant experience

SEND support

Observational assessments

First aid basics

Formazione

NVQ Level 2

English and Maths level 2

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LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT VACANCY

The Federation Abbey Infant and Junior School seeks an enthusiastic and motivated Learning Support Assistant Level 2 to join our committed and dedicated team. The successful candidate will work across the school predominantly with children with SEND, providing additional support during lessons and at lunchtimes. The candidate should be proactive, show initiative, and have a firm but fair approach, always keeping the welfare and safety of children at heart. They may be required to support intimate care needs / toileting. The successful candidate will provide a high level of support for a range of children, including high-need pupils on a 1:1 basis, and will have a desire to make a difference to the children they support.

Qualities & Experience

• A minimum of NVQ Level 2
• Good general education levels in English and Maths (level 2 at a minimum)
• Experience of working in an educational establishment as a Teaching Assistant
• Experience of supporting children with SEND
• A knowledge of the range of different types of learning difficulties, disabilities and challenging behaviour children may have / display
• Experience of providing support to children with varying challenges
• Ability to adapt to various working environments and children with differing abilities and / or needs
• Experience in creating resources to help the children they are supporting
• Experience in completing and recording observational assessments and contributing to the assessment judgements
• The ability to contribute to and sustain a high quality of educational provision for the children they work with

The person appointed will have high standards and expectations in all areas of school life and will be committed to a teamwork approach. They should have good interpersonal and communication skills and a caring attitude. They should be flexible in terms of working patterns. The successful candidate will be responsible for administering basic first aid, if required (training will be provided).

The Federation of Abbey Infant and Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references are therefore required for this role. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. Pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with KCSIE.

Hours -
27.5 hours per week (8.35am to 3.20pm - Lunch and break not included)
Grade -
Band B, SCP 4 £26,016 pro rata (£13.48 per hour) (actual £16,882 per annum)
Location -
The Federation of Abbey Infant and Junior School, Maurice Road, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 5LR AND Barclay Road, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 5LT
Contract -
Fixed Term Contract (Ending 21st July 2027)