Learning Support Practitioner - Bearwood Primary School

Wmjobs; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Bearwood Primary School in Smethwick is seeking a learning support practitioner to assist teaching and learning in one class, working closely with the class teacher. The role requires a proactive approach to pupil progress and a strong commitment to safeguarding.

You will need excellent communication skills, hold an NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent, and have substantial experience in a primary school. An enhanced DBS, satisfactory references and pre-employment checks are required; the post is

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Significant experience in a primary school setting.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in one class.
• Work closely with the class teacher to deliver lessons.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of pupils.

Skills

NVQ 3 in childcare

Excellent communication skills

Primary school experience

Education

NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent

Job description

We are looking to appoint an excellent learning support practitioner to support teaching and learning. You will be based in one class, working closely with the class teacher.

You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and hold the relevant qualification i.e. NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent. You must also have significant experience working in a primary school.

You will be joining a very committed team of professionals, dedicated to providing the very best opportunities for our highly motivated pupils.

The school is committed to safeguarding children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS and satisfactory references are required for this role. Pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with KCSIE.

We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination

We are a Disability Confident Employer, we have a positive approach to employing disabled people and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose they would like to be considered under this scheme and meet the essential criteria.

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.

Online Search

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview

Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website - https://www.bearwood.sandwell.sch.uk

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.

Hours: 31.25 hours per week, Term time plus 5 inset days

Location:Bearwood Primary School, Bearwood, Smethwick B66 4HA

Salary:Grade D, SCP 9-17, £28,153 - £32,046 ( Actual Salary, £21,217 - £24,775 p.a.)

Closing Date: 21st October 2026

Shortlisting Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Visit dates: Be arranged via email