Teaching & Learning Support Assistant - Sharmans Cross Junior School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school is looking for a dedicated Teaching and Learning Support Assistant to enhance pupil learning and development during term time. This permanent role offers a high-quality working environment with supportive colleagues and excellent training opportunities, aiming to inspire students in their academic journey.

Benefits

Excellent training and CPD

Supportive staff team

High-quality working environment

Superb resources

Qualifications

• Strong Literacy and Numeracy skills are essential.
• Experience with children is highly valued.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with daily learning and educational development.
• Provide tailored support to meet individual educational needs.
• Oversee small group activities and lunchtime duty.

Skills

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Empathy

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Motivation

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Teaching and Learning Support Assistant at Sharmans Cross Junior School

Term time only including school INSET days 08:50am – 15:30pm Monday – Friday including lunch duty.

Salary Band C. (£25,992 to £28,624) pro rata

Contract is Permanent

Post to commence 1st September 2025 subject to relevant checks

We are seeking a skilled Teaching and Learning Support Assistant to join our team to support pupils in school. You will be required to support with the daily learning and educational development of pupils, overseeing their progression within education and providing tailored support to their specific educational needs. The post will also include small group support, intervention, and daily lunchtime support for pupils. The successful candidate will be working under the supervision of our SENCO and teaching staff, as well as on their own initiative.

We are looking for a colleague who:

• Is passionate about raising standards and committed to our pupils.

• Is able to challenge and motivate all of our pupils to achieve their very best.

• Is able to show empathy and compassion towards pupils

• Is enthusiastic and self-motivated.

• Is able to work independently and also plan co-operatively with colleagues.

• Has exemplary organisational and communication skills.

Applicants should have strong Literacy and Numeracy skills, a flexible approach to working, a sense of humour and a kind and understanding nature. NVQ level 3 or equivalent is essential. Please note as part of our recruitment process you must provide all essential criteria certificates for qualifications. Please ensure you have these available before you apply.

Sharmans Cross can offer you:

• A high-quality working environment

• Excellent training and CPD

• Enthusiastic pupils who enjoy school and are eager to learn

• A friendly, good humoured and very supportive staff team

• Superb resources

• A highly positive Ofsted inspection report

Sharmans Cross always welcomes visitors to our school so please contact Mrs Gosal at the email address below to organise a visit.

Applications to be submitted on an application form, giving details of background and experience to Mrs Gosal at [e-mail]

Application forms are available from the school office or from the Solihull Council website. Please note, previous applicants need not apply.

Application closing date: Monday 30th June 2025 at 9am.

Shortlisting will take place on Monday 30th June 2025.

Interview will take on Wednesday 9th July 2025. If you have not heard from us by this date, then please assume your application has not been successful.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, barred list check, eligibility to work in the UK check, proof of identity, childcare disqualification checks, qualifications check and living/working overseas check and online searches will be undertaken on shortlisted candidates.

Attached documents
Job Advert
Job Description
Person Specification
Standard Job Application Form DBS [SCHOOLS] v4.1 December 2019 Updated.doc
Recruitment Monitoring Form
Guidance for applicants re DBS