Learning Support Practitioner L3 - All Saints C of E Primary School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated primary school in West Bromwich seeks a passionate learning support practitioner to assist pupils with complex social, emotional, and learning needs. Applicants should have experience supporting children with ASC and ADHD. The role offers a welcoming environment, professional development, and the chance to work collaboratively in a supportive educational setting.

Benefits

Positive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Engaged families and community support

Qualifications

• Specialist knowledge and experience with complex communication needs.
• Committed to creating positive learning experiences for vulnerable children.
• Experience working in a team to support pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support the education of pupils with complex social, emotional, and learning needs.
• Adapt the environment and teaching style for diverse needs.

Skills

Specialist knowledge supporting complex needs

Experience with ASC, ADHD

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

We are seeking to appoint a passionate and committed learning support practitioner to join our team and support the education of pupils with complex social, emotional, mental health and/medical or learning needs as soon as possible.

Responsibilities and requirements

• Have specialist knowledge and experience of supporting the learning and development of pupils with behaviours and needs which are frequently associated with a wide range of complex conditions, including ASC, ADHD, emotional dysregulation and Attachment Disorder.
• Have a depth of understanding, knowledge and experience of working with children with complex communication needs.
• Demonstrate an unwavering determination to create positive learning experiences for the most vulnerable children.
• Prioritise supporting care, communication and support of pupils needs.
• Have a good understanding and practice of how to adapt the environment, teaching style, resources, use the Sandwell Learning Ladder or Hierarchy of Independence and use Widget resources.
• Have a commitment to working as part of a team and sharing good practice.
• Have a positive outlook, energy and good communication skills.

We can offer

• A positive, welcoming environment in a school frequently described as having ‘a family feel’ by those that work here and visit here.
• Dedicated, experienced and innovative teachers and learning support team to work with and build positive relationships with.
• An experienced, supportive and hardworking school SEND lead who prioritises an inclusive approach to learning.
• Very good quality professional development as we value our LSP’s who work alongside and in partnership with teaching staff.
• A school with whole school priorities matched to supporting the most vulnerable pupils and those with SEND or facing other barriers.
• A school committed to wellness for staff, pupils and families.
• Networking opportunities though the West Bromwich North Learning Community.
• Engaged families and a community room used for parent workshops and events including those supporting School Readiness, SEND and Play.
• The opportunity to work in a very good school which is supportive, forward thinking and innovative.
• Resilient; engaged and happy pupils who make exceptional progress.
• A creative, well-presented and resourced school including a dance/drama studio for sensory support, Dedicated rooms for supporting SEND needs, Arts Area, Extensive Outdoor Forest Area to support all areas of the curriculum, outdoor physical development support area, Multi-Use Games area, Outdoor Gym, running track and field space.

Visits and applying

Visits to the school are encouraged to meet the Head Teacher and SEND lead, tour the school and look at our provision before applying. Expressions of interest and school visits can be made by emailing [e-mail].

Safeguarding

As stated in Keeping Children Safe in Education all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search. 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. Pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with KCSIE.

Application details

Application forms are available from the School Business Manager and are returnable to [e-mail] by 12pm 14th October 2025.

Interviews and timelines

Interviews are scheduled to take place week beginning 20th October.

Details

Hours

32.5 hours per week – term time only

Grade

Band D SCP 9 – 17 £27,255 – £31,022 per annum pro rata

Location

All Saints C of E Primary School, Wilford Road, West Bromwich, West Midlands, B71 1QN

Contract

Permanent

Closing Date

14th October 2025 at 12pm