Learning Support Assistant - Wrockwardine Wood CE Junior School

Telford and Wrekin Council; Telford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Telford is seeking a committed learning support assistant to provide support in a school environment. The role is part-time, 17.50 hours per week, with a start date in January 2026 subject to DBS clearance. Candidates must have GCSE maths and English (or equivalent) and should embody a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Qualifications

• Required to have GCSE maths and English (or equivalent).
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Ability to work within a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Join a successful school with a supportive staff.
• Provide learning support to children as a committed assistant.

Education

GCSE maths and English (or equivalent)

Job description

17.50 hours per week 8:30am - 12:15pm (with a 15 minute unpaid morning break). Possibility to increase to full time (28.75 hours per week)

Start date - January 2026 subject to DBS clearance

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 16th December 2025

About the Role

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic learning support assistant to join our team. You will join a successful school with a very supportive staff. This post will be fixed term until the end of the summer term in the first instance. GCSE maths and English (or equivalent) is required for this role.

Commitment and Checks

We are committed to equality, diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Appointments to these posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre‑appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2025) including an online search conducted by the Headteacher. These posts also require checks under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations and Childcare Act 2006