Learning Support Assistant (SEN) - Lyng Primary School

WMJobs; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEN Allowance

Job summary

Lyng Primary School in West Bromwich is seeking two Enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistants (Grade B) to support pupils in mainstream classes. 32 hours per week, term time only, permanent role. Actual salary SCP 4 (£26,016) pro rata, with an actual salary of £19,644.

Role includes 1:1 and small group interventions, collaboration with teachers and safeguarding responsibilities. Contact Victoria Durnall for details.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of child development.
• Experience of working with young children in an educational setting.
• Able to communicate with parents and stakeholders.
• Demonstrates motivation and ability to bring new ideas to enrich children’s lives.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in mainstream settings, including SEN pupils.
• Lead small group activities and 1:1 interventions as directed by SENCo/teacher.
• Prepare and organise classroom resources and adapt layouts for individual pupils.
• Help supervise pupils at lunch/break times and assist with targets during reviews.
• Collaborate with the team to set up schedules and support pupil independence.

Skills

Child development

Experience with young children

Communication with parents

Motivation/initiative

Job description

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council,

2 x SEN Learning Support Assistants (Grade B)

SEN Allowance

Required immediately

Hours: 32 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 30 minutes lunch)

Staff are expected to work throughout mainstream school supporting class teachers where required to include SEN children. We wish to appoint a enthusiastic, passionate and motivated individual who loves working with young children, to enable them to thrive.

• Must have an in-depth knowledge of child development
• Have previous experience of working with young children in an educational setting
• Well motivated and bring new ideas to help enrich the lives of young children
• Communicate with parents and stakeholders
• An understanding of Child Protection and Safeguarding
• Experience of delivering Interventions, plan and deliver 1:1 and small group activities
• To work closely with team members to support the set-up of individual schedules and work systems.
• To help the pupil work as independently as possible.
• To help supervise students at designated lunch or break times as directed by the SENCo.
• To help in the preparation and organisation of classroom resources including making adjustments in classroom layout when needed for the child.
• To contribute to discussion of individual targets in the process of reviews.
• To lead small group activities within a class, as directed by the teacher, to support students.

For any further information please contact Victoria Durnall, Business Director and PA to Headteacher email [e-mail]

Lyng Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Closing Date: 11th October 2026

Lyng Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this vision. Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check along with other relevant safeguarding and employment checks. Sandwell MBC is an Equal Opportunities employer.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post. Shortlisted candidates applying for a regulated activity role will be asked to complete a self-declaration and disclosure form. Any disclosures declared on this form will be discussed at interview.

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

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.

Online Search

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

Hours

32 hours per week, term time only

Grade

Band B SCP 4 (£26,016) pro rata (Actual salary £19,644)

Location

Lyng Primary School, Horton Street, West Bromwich B70 7SQ

Contract Type

Permanent

Closing Date

11th October 2026