Learning Support Assistant - The Meadows School

WMJobs; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 20,583 - 26,824; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEN allowance

Pension Scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Employee Rewards

Job summary

The Meadows School (Sandwell) seeks a SEND Learning Support Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will work with children with SEND, supporting teaching and learning within a creative, flexible curriculum.

A Level 2 LSA qualification and a real passion for helping pupils are essential. We offer a competitive salary with SEN allowance, pension, and strong professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualified Learning Support Assistant.
• Passion for working with children with SEND.
• Commitment to raising pupils’ learning outcomes.

Skills

Passion for children

Team player

Safeguarding

Communication

Education

Level 2 LSA qualification

Job description

The Meadows School (Sandwell) (SIPS), An exciting opportunity has arisen at The Meadows for a SEND Learning Support Assistant. We are seeking a highly skilled, motivated and experienced person to join us.

We are looking for:

• an enthusiastic person with real passion for working with children with SEND
• Has a passion for working and supporting children
• Has high expectations of pupils' and be committed to making a real difference to our students learning outcomes
• Is a team player
• Will fully support the ethos and aims of our schools
• Be a Level 2 qualified learning support assistant

In return we can offer:

• Competitive Salary including SEN allowance
• Pension Scheme
• Flexible working opportunities
• Employee Rewards
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Regular support and supervision
• Staff support (Mental health first aid, Occupational Health Service, Employee Assistance Programme with access for your whole family, Staff Briefings and events etc.)
• A creative, flexible curriculum which is tailored to the individual students needs
• A supportive and friendly team environment
• A school that prides itself on providing professional development opportunities
• A wide range of fantastic resources

Hours:

32.5 hours, Term Time plus 5 INSET days

Grade:

Grade C,SCP 5-8, (£25,583 - £26,824) Actual Salary, £20,052 - £21,296p.a. + SEN Allowance

Location:

The Meadows School, Dudley Road East, Oldbury, B69 3BU/Connor Road, West Bromwich, B71 3DJ

This position may be based at either of the sites.

Closing Date:

31 August 2026 at 8am

Shortlisting Date:

TBC

Interview Date:

TBC

Informal visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. They can be arranged by contacting Aleatheia Benjamin on 0121 569 7080.

The Meadows School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff / volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a rigorous, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and all references obtained will be checked for authenticity and accuracy. 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.

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.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.