Learning Support Practitioner

The Meadows; Brades Vilage; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a passionate Learning Support Practitioner. The role involves supporting students with complex needs and requires NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent. The position offers part-time hours, competitive salary, and several employee benefits, including professional development opportunities. The school is committed to safeguarding children and promoting welfare.

Benefits

Competitive Salary including SEN allowance

Pension Scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Employee Rewards

Excellent professional development opportunities

Regular support and supervision

Support services for staff

Responsibilities

• Support students with complex and profound needs.
• Contribute to improving learning outcomes for pupils.

Skills

Experience working with students with complex needs

Team player

Enthusiasm for working with SEND children

Flexibility and openness to new ideas

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, BTEC, NNEB or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Employer: The Meadows School (Sandwell) (SIPS)

Location: The Meadows School, Dudley Rd E, Oldbury B69 3BU

Salary: Grade D, SCP 9-17, £27,254 - £31,022 (Actual Salary, £21,361 - £24,943 p.a.) + SEN Allowance

Closing date: 10 Oct 2025

Reference: TMS100

Sector: Local Councils, Education

Job Type: Schools / Academies - Support staff roles, All non-teaching - support staff jobs

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: See advert details

Hours: Part-Time

Responsibilities

A Learning Support Practitioner is sought who has experience of working with students with complex and profound needs; please note full training will be given. The role requires:

• An enthusiastic person with real passion for working with children with SEND.
• A commitment to high expectations of pupils and to making a real difference to learning outcomes.
• Flexibility and openness to new ideas.
• A team player who will fully support the ethos and aims of the school.
• NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, BTEC, NNEB or equivalent.

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).
• A creative, flexible curriculum tailored to the individual student needs.
• A supportive and friendly team environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A wide range of resources.

How to apply

Application forms are available below and should be returned to SIPS Education Ltd, 2nd Floor Guardian House, Cronehills Linkway, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 8GS or emailed to [e-mail]. Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email. If you provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail. If shortlisted, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date; please check junk/spam folders as well as inbox.

Safeguarding and equality

The Meadows School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff/volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a rigorous, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The 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. The ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.

Notes: This position may be based at either of the sites. Hours: 32.5 hours, Term Time plus 5 INSET days. Location: The Meadows School, Dudley Road East, Oldbury, B69 3BU / Connor Road, West Bromwich, B71 3DJ. Closing Date: 10th October 2025 9:30am. Shortlisting and interviews timelines are provided in the original advert. Informal visits are welcomed via contact with Aleatheia Benjamin at 0121 569 7080.