Learning Support Practitioner

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council; Cape Hill; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Primary School, part of Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, is seeking a Learning Support Practitioner (Level 3) to join our welcoming team in Smethwick. This permanent role offers 32.5 hours per week during standard term time, at Band D SCP 9-17 (£28,153-£32,046 pro rata).

You will support pupils with diverse needs, foster inclusive learning, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality education.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, committed, passionate, resilient & dedicated.
• Willingness to be innovative and take a risk, using initiative and following advice.
• A great communicator who can work well in a team.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Great communicator

Team player

Strong work ethic

Sense of humour

Job description

Learning Support Practitioner (Level 3) - Cape Primary School

Employer
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

Location
Cape Primary School, Cape Hill, Smethwick, B66 4SH

Salary
Band D, SCP 9-17 £28,153-£32,046 pro rata (£14.59-£16.61 per hour) (actual £21,590-£24,684 per annum)

Closing date
18 Sep 2026

Reference
SANDED000007792

Job Details

They say not all superheroes wear capes - no, they just work here!

Cape Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive primary school based in the heart of Smethwick. We pride ourselves on our wonderful staff, children and community. We are a 'Good' school in all areas in our most recent OFSTED inspection (June 23). Inspectors said that "Pupils are happy at Cape Primary School. They appreciate belonging to a community where they feel cared for and where their differences are celebrated. This is a place where everyone feels included. The 'Cape Eight Values' underpin the curriculum and pupils are proud of the rewards they receive for resilience, kindness and independent learning." We are therefore looking for a fabulous LSP to join our team.

You must be:

• Enthusiastic, committed, passionate, resilient & dedicated
• Have a willingness to be innovative and take a risk, using your initiative and following advice
• Someone who works hard and has a strong work ethic
• A great communicator who can work well in a team
• Someone with a good sense of humour

What we can offer:

• A great team of staff, children and governors
• Opportunities for continuous professional development

Start date: As soon as possible subject to clearances.

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references are therefore required for this role. 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. Pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with KCSIE, including online checks.

Hours - 32.5 hours per week (Standard Term Time Only)

Grade - Band D, SCP 9-17 £28,153-£32,046 pro rata (£14.59-£16.61 per hour) (actual £21,590-£24,684 per annum)

Location - Cape Primary School, Cape Hill, Smethwick, B66 4SH

Contract - Permanent

Closing Date - Friday 18th September 2026

Supporting Documents for Learning Support Practitioner (Level 3) - Cape Primary School

• Download Application Form (DOC)
• Download About our school - Cape Primary (PDF)
• Download LSP - Job Description & Personnel Spec (PDF)

• Enthusiastic, committed, passionate, resilient & dedicated,
• Have a willingness to be innovative and take a risk, using your initiative and following advice,
• Someone who works hard and has a strong work ethic,
• A great communicator who can work well in a team,
• Someone with a good sense of humour, Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references are therefore required for this role. 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. Pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with KCSIE, including online checks.