Learning Support Practitioner (Level 2)

Dudley Council; Kingswinford; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution seeks a passionate Learning Support Practitioner to support early years teaching. This part-time role requires dedication, excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to high standards. You will work in a supportive team environment, inspiring children and making a significant difference in their learning journeys.

Benefits

Welcoming and caring school environment

Supportive and dedicated staff team

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Excellent, enthusiastic and dedicated practitioner.
• Experience in raising standards in early years.
• High expectations of achievement and behavior.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in raising standards.
• Inspire and challenge children in their care.
• Work collaboratively with a caring and dedicated staff.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to inclusion

Experience in early years education

Job description

The children, governors and staff at Dingle seek to appoint an outstanding learning support practitioner who is passionate about teaching and learning in early years and can inspire and challenge all of the children in their care.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who would like to become an integral part of our friendly team and make a difference. The successful candidate will be based in our Pre School setting.

Job Details

Job Title: Learning Support Practitioner (Level 2)
Hours: 13 hours per week working Mondays & Fridays 8.30am - 3.30pm
Term Time only (39 weeks - inc. INSET days)
Grade 3 SCP 3-4 £21404 to £21740 FTE (under 5 years service)
Actual Annual Salary £7520 - £7811 First year Salary will reflect number of working days remaining in holiday year
Interview Date: Wednesday 22nd October 2025

We Are Seeking To Appoint An Applicant Who

• is an excellent, enthusiastic and dedicated practitioner,
• is committed to assisting the class teacher in raising standards throughout the early years provision.
• has excellent interpersonal and organisational skills,
• has relevant experience, knowledge and skills to promote and sustain high standards of supporting teaching and learning,
• is committed to the principles of inclusion,
• has high expectations of achievement and behaviour,

We Can Offer You

• A welcoming, caring school where everyone is valued,
• A dedicated and motivated staff team who believe in teamwork and building positive relationships across the school and in the local community,
• Enthusiastic and friendly children who are keen to learn,
• A supportive ethos of aspiration, ambition and high achievement for all,
• A dynamic, creative environment, encouraging collaboration and open to innovation,
• An enthusiastic leadership team, who are committed to supporting and developing colleagues,
• Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference.

You Will Be Expected To

• Have high expectations and an unwavering belief in the potential of every child,
• Work in a creative and inspirational way with high expectations for all,
• Be committed to raising standards for all our children,
• Be a role model who wishes to share their excellent practice with colleagues,
• Is able to work effectively as part of a team.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.