Primary Learning Support Assistant – SEN & Phonics (12m)

Sacred Heart Primary School (SIPS); Tipton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Supportive community

Job summary

Sacred Heart Primary School in Tipton is seeking a Learning Support Assistant Level 2 to join our team for a fixed-term maternity cover starting January 2027. You will support learning and development across the school, working within a two-form-entry primary setting for ages 3–11, with a focus on SEN learners and inclusive practice.

We welcome applicants who are calm, nurturing, and able to work well in a team, with opportunities for professional development and involvement in parental

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learning and development in primary school settings.
• Calm, nurturing approach to behaviour management.
• Experience with delivering early phonics or language programmes (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development across the school.
• Contribute to an inclusive, supportive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support learners with SEN and challenging behaviour.

Skills

Teamwork

Motivation

Parental engagement

Job description

Sacred Heart Primary School in Tipton is seeking a Learning Support Assistant Level 2 to join our team for a fixed-term maternity cover starting January 2027. You will support learning and development across the school, working within a two-form-entry primary setting for ages 3–11, with a focus on SEN learners and inclusive practice.

We welcome applicants who are calm, nurturing, and able to work well in a team, with opportunities for professional development and involvement in parental