Level 2/3 Support assistant

Prospero Teaching; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist complex needs setting in Oldbury. You will support students with additional needs, assist with mobility and personal care, and provide tailored emotional and learning support in a full-time role.

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Teaching Assistance, SEN, Early Years, or Health & Social Care, with prior SEN experience.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Teaching Assistance, SEN, Early Years, or Health & Social Care.
• Experience supporting children with SEN, either professionally or personally.
• Eligibility: Right to work in the UK; enhanced DBS; two references.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional needs in a complex needs setting.
• Assist pupils with mobility and personal care as required.
• Provide care, encouragement and emotional/learning support throughout the day.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Where: West Bromwich
Pay: GBP95.89 - GBP108.21 per day
Who: Level 2/3 Learning Support Assistant
Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist complex needs setting in Oldbury. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with additional needs by providing support, care, and encouragement throughout their educational journey.
The ideal candidate will hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Teaching Assistance, Early Years, Health & Social Care, or a related field, and will be passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm.
Students within the setting are supported to re-engage with education, develop independence and life skills, and receive tailored emotional and learning support. Previous experience supporting individuals with PMLD, SLD, ASD, complex needs, or similar SEN requirements would be highly beneficial.
Contract Details

• Position: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Setting: Complex Needs School
• Start Date: October 2026 (potentially sooner)
• Duration: Long-term
• Contract Type: Temp-to-Perm
• Hours: Full-Time
• Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
• Pay Rate: GBP95.89 - GBP108.21 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Training & Qualifications
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Teaching Assistance, SEN, Early Years, or Health & Social Care
• Previous SEN experience, either professionally or personally
• Understanding of supporting children with additional needs
• Ability to assist pupils with mobility and personal care requirements where necessary
• Caring, patient, and nurturing approach

Experience within educational, care, or support-based environments

• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• To Be Eligible for This Role Through Prospero Teaching, You Must
• Have the Right to Work in the UK
• Hold, or be willing to obtain, an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service
• Provide a minimum of two professional references related to working with children
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