Learning Support Practitioner

Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy; Brades Vilage; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy is seeking a Learning Support Practitioner to join the SEND department on a full-time, term-time only basis. The role involves working with and supervising pupils in a classroom, delivering the pre-planned curriculum and cover work during staff absence to ensure quality learning.

Experience in a secondary school with SEN/SEMH needs and delivering personalised learning to raise attainment is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a secondary school with students with SEN/SEMH needs.
• Ability to deliver personalised learning and raise attainment.
• Capable of supervising and supporting pupils in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned curriculum and cover work during staff absences.
• Supervise and support pupils in a classroom environment.
• Contribute to high-quality learning during term-time.

Skills

SEN/SEMH experience

Deliver personalised learning

Classroom supervision

Job description

Learning Support Practitioner at Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy

12 Days Remaining

12 Days Remaining

• Job Reference #: EDV/2026/OSCA/68881
• Location: Lower City Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B69 2HE
• Contract Type: Permanent/Term Time Only
• Contract Term: Part-Time
• Salary: £21,262.00 - £22,318.00 Annually (FTE)
  OAT Grade 4, SCP 11 - 14 (£28,142 - £29,540 FTE)
  Actual salary based on working 32.5 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks)
• Closing Date: 9:00am, Mon 12th Oct, 2026
• Start Date: ASAP
• Positions Available: 1
• Interview Date(s): ASAP after closing date

About this Role

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

We are hiring a Learning Support Practitioner to join our busy and successful SEND department on a full-time, term-time only basis.

We are looking for a candidate who is both confident and able to work with and supervise young people in a classroom environment, and who will ensure that quality learning takes place during staff absence by delivering the pre-planned curriculum and cover work supplied.

If you have previous experience working within a secondary school with students with SEN/SEMH needs, knowledge of how to deliver personalised learning and how to raise attainment this varied role may be the role for you.

About the Academy

Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy is located in the Borough of Sandwell, and in very close proximity to the centre of Birmingham. It is a slightly larger than average, 11-16 co-educational academy with approximately 1,200 students. It has grown over the last few years and is now full and oversubscribed in every year group for the seventh consecutive year. The academy's reputation locally is excellent. OSCA was graded as a good academy, for the third time in 2023.

This is a fantastic time to join the vibrant and caring learning community at OSCA. Its strong code of values guides its work and creates a secure and safe environment where all students can thrive and succeed. Staff are committed to ensuring every student reaches their full potential by having the highest aspirations and a commitment to both academic and personal excellence.

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure your work will have purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys...

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest-standing trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong - receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

As a staff member at an Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT) academy, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional development, personal well-being, and work-life balance. While specific benefits may vary slightly between individual academies, the core offerings across the Trust include:

• A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued
• A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Automatic pay progressionGenerous pension and life cover
• Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform
• Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service.

Safeguarding Statement

Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Ormiston Academies Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children's Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here.

For further information about our safeguarding and recruitment practices, please refer to the Trust's Policies here: Other Policies.

Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.