Learning Support Assistant (Level 2) - Highfields Primary School
Reference: CH2281
Hours: 32.5 hours per week (Term time only)
Grade: Grade B, SCP 4 (£26,016 p.a.) - Actual Salary £19,951 - £20,215 p.a.
Location: Highfields Primary School, Beeches Rd, Rowley Regis B65 0DA
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Friday 13th November 2026
The Governors of Highfields Primary School are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our committed and supportive team.
We are looking for a proactive individual who is passionate about supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing. The successful candidate will have proven experience working with both individuals and groups of pupils across a range of abilities and needs. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents, are essential.
This is a full-time, permanent position focused on supporting learning within the classroom, delivering targeted interventions and providing personalised support for pupils with additional needs. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff and other practitioners to help deliver an engaging, inclusive and ambitious curriculum tailored to pupils' individual needs.
The role will include supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) on both a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them to access learning, develop independence, and achieve their personal and academic targets. Experience of implementing support strategies, adapting learning activities and promoting positive behaviour would be advantageous.
A sound understanding of the Primary Curriculum, alongside the ability to motivate and inspire learners to achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally, is key to success in this role.
Essential Requirements
• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Childcare (or equivalent).
• At least 12 months' experience in a classroom setting.
• Experience of supporting pupils with a range of learning needs.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families.
Application packs are available from and returnable to Mrs Rachel Andrews: : rachel.andrews@highfields.sandwell.sch.uk
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake all relevant safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post
Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email.
CV’s will not be accepted.
If you have provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail.
Successful applicants will be contacted with an interview date. If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there.
We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
We are a Disability Confident Employer, we have a positive approach to employing disabled people and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose they would like to be considered under this scheme and meet the essential criteria.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, be sure to include these on your application.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role
Online Search
An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. 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.
Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website (Schools website link Highfields Primary School - School Information
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, Term time only
Grade: Grade B, SCP 4 (£26,016 p.a.) - Actual Salary £19,951 - £20,215 p.a.
Location: Highfields Primary School, Beeches Rd, Rowley Regis B65 0DA
Closing Date: Friday13th November 2026 at 9am
Interviews: Thursday 19th November 2026
Visits to be arrange through the school.
Learning Support Assistant (Level 2) – Tividale Community Primary School
Reference: SANDED000007858
Hours: 22 hours per week (Standard Term Time plus 5 training days) (Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 3.30pm with 1 hour lunch)
Grade: Band B, SCP 4 £26,016 pro rata (£13.48 per hour) (actual £13,803 per annum)
Location: Tividale Community Primary, Dudley Road West, Tividale, B69 2HT
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Friday 13th November 2026 at 12pm
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Learning Support Assistant (Level 2) – Tividale Community Primary School
Reference: SANDED000007859
Hours: 27.5 hours per week (Standard Term Time Only) (9.00 am to 3.30 pm)
Grade: Band B, SCP 4 £26,016 pro rata (£13.48 per hour) (actual £16,882 per annum)
Location: Tividale Community Primary, Dudley Road West, Tividale, B69 2HT
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Ending 21st July 2027)
Closing Date: Friday 13th November 2026 at 12pm
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Catering Assistant – Lyng Primary School
Reference: SANDED000007849
Hours: 12.5 hours per week, term time only
Grade: Band A SCP 3 (£25,614) pro rata (Actual salary £7,555)
Location: Lyng Primary School, Horton Street, West Bromwich B70 7SQ
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Friday 15th November 2026
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Lunchtime Supervisor - Harvills Hawthorn Primary School
Reference: SANDED000007866
Hours: 7.5 hours per week (12pm-1.30pm, 5 days per week)
Grade: Band B, SCP 4 £26,016 pro rata (£13.48 per hour) (actual £4,604 per annum)
Location: Harvills Hawthorn Primary School, Wolseley Road, West Bromwich, B70 0NG
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (Ending 31st August 2028)
Closing Date: Monday 16th November 2026 at 9.30am
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Receptionist - Shireland Collegiate Academy
Reference: SANDED000007860
Hours: 37 hours per week (Term Time Only plus 3 weeks)
Grade: Band C SCP 5 – 8 £26,429 - £27,710 per annum pro rata (£24,599 – £25,791 per annum)
Location: Shireland Collegiate Academy, Waterloo Road, Smethwick, B66 4ND
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Wednesday 18th November 2026
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Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Hanbury Primary School
Reference: SANDED000007869
Hours: 32.5 hours per week (Standard Term Time plus 5 training days)
Grade: Band E, SCP 18-25 £32,578-£37,563 pro rata (£16.89-£19.47 per hour) (actual £25,644 -£29,821 per annum)
Location: Hanbury Primary School, Hanbury Road, West Bromwich, B70 9NT
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Thursday 19th November 2026 at 9am
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Learning Support Assistant (Level 2) - Hanbury Primary School
Reference: SANDED000007870
Hours: 32.5 hours per week (Standard Term Time plus 5 training days)
Grade: Band B, SCP 4 £26,016 pro rata (£13.48 per hour) (actual £20,390 per annum)
Location: Hanbury Primary School, Hanbury Road, West Bromwich, B70 9NT
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (Ending 31st July 2027)
Closing Date: Thursday 19th November 2026 at 9am
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Learning Support Practitioner (Level 3) - Hanbury Primary School
Reference: SANDED000007871
Hours: 32.5 hours per week (Standard Term Time plus 5 training days)
Grade: Band D, SCP 9-17 £28,153-£32,046 pro rata (£14.59-£16.61 per hour) (actual £22,065-£25,225 per annum)
Location: Hanbury Primary School, Hanbury Road, West Bromwich, B70 9NT
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Thursday 19th November 2026 at 9am
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Learning Support Assistant (Reception) - Perryfields Primary School
Reference: SANDED000007877
Hours: 32.5 hours per week (Term Time + INSET days)
Grade: Band B SCP 3 - £20,391 (Actual Salary)
Location: Perryfields Primary School, Apsley Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B68 0QY
Contract Type: Fixed Term (Ending July 2027)
Closing Date: Friday 27th November 2026 at 12pm
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Lunchtime Supervisor - Highfields Primary
Reference: CH2284
Hours: 5 Hours per week, 1 hr per day 12:00 - 1:00pm, Term time only
Grade: Band B, SCP 4, £26,016 (Actual Salary £3,069 - £3,110 pro - rata, p.a.)
Location: Highfields Primary School, Beeches Rd, Rowley Regis B65 0DA
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Friday 27th November 2026
The Governors of Highfields Primary School are seeking to appoint a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Lunchtime Supervisor to join our dedicated team.
This is a rewarding opportunity to play an important role in ensuring our pupils have a safe, enjoyable and positive lunchtime experience. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children, can build positive relationships and is committed to promoting good behaviour, wellbeing and inclusion.
The Role
Working under the direction of the Senior/Principal Supervisory Assistant, you will supervise children throughout the lunchtime period and help create a safe and engaging environment.
Responsibilities will include:
• Supervising pupils before, during and after lunch.
• Supporting children with handwashing routines before and after meals.
• Escorting pupils to and from the dining hall.
• Encouraging good table manners and assisting younger pupils with eating and using cutlery where required.
• Organising and leading playground games and enrichment activities.
• Supporting positive behaviour and ensuring pupils' safety and wellbeing.
• Administering first aid for minor injuries and responding appropriately to emergencies following training.
We Are Looking for Someone Who:
• Has experience of working with primary-aged children, ideally in a school environment.
• Has good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
• Is willing to undertake First Aid training.
• Shares the school's commitment to inclusion, equality and safeguarding.
Application packs are available from Mrs Rachel Andrews via email at rachel.andrews@highfields.sandwell.sch.uk.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake all relevant safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post
Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email.
Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website Highfields Primary School - School Information
CV’s will not be accepted.
If you have provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail.
Successful applicants will be contacted with an interview date. If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there.
We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
We are a Disability Confident Employer, we have a positive approach to employing disabled people and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose they would like to be considered under this scheme and meet the essential criteria.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, be sure to include these on your application.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role
Online Search
An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. 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.
Applications forms are available below and should be returned to the school :Rachel.andrews@highfields.sandwell.sch.uk
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Hours: 5 Hours per week, 1 hr per day 12:00 - 1:00pm, Term time only
Grade: Band B, SCP 4, £26,016 (Actual Salary £3,069 - £3,110 pro - rata, p.a.)
Closing date: Friday 27th November 2026
Shortlisting date: TBC
Interview date: Friday 4th December 2026
Visits to be arranged through the school.
Learning Support Assistant (Level 2) - The Federation of Abbey Infant and Junior School
Reference: SANDED000007874
Hours: 27.5 hours per week (8.35am to 3.20pm – Lunch and break not included)
Grade: Band B, SCP 4 £26,016 pro rata (£13.48 per hour) (actual £16,882 per annum)
Location: The Federation of Abbey Infant and Junior School, Maurice Road, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 5LR AND Barclay Road, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 5LT
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (Ending 21st July 2027)
Closing Date: Monday 30th November 2026 at 12pm
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School Cleaner - Grove Vale Primary School
Reference: CH2285
Hours: 12.5 hours per week (6:00am – 8:30 or 3.30pm – 6.00pm Monday – Friday)
Grade: Grade A, SCP 3 (£25,614 p.a.) Actual Salary £8,054 - £8,154 p.a
Location: Grove Vale Primary, 16 Monksfield Ave, Birmingham, B43 6AL
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Wednesday 9th December 2026
The Governors and Head teacher of Grove Vale Primary School wish to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated and dedicated person to join the premises team. You will be responsible for the cleaning of premises and furnishings, under the direction of the Site Manager/Business Manager. You will need good interpersonal skills and must be trustworthy, reliable and punctual. Previous experience is not essential, full training will be provided.
Please note that this is a Term Time plus 3 weeks contract and not term-time only, therefore will you be expected to work during some of the school holidays. Hours of work will be 6:00am – 8:30 or 3.30pm – 6.00pm Monday – Friday.
Please email your completed application form to jessica.petrie@grovevale.sandwell.sch.uk. Prior to applying, please give consideration to any other existing contracts to ensure that you can fulfil the role if successful Application packs, (JD, Pers spec and application forms) are available on request by emailing jessica.petrie@grovevale.sandwell.sch.uk or see attached below.
Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email. If you provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail.
Please note applications must be submitted on the official application form, we do not accept CVs as applications.
Grove Vale Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a rigorous, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and all references obtained will be checked for authenticity and accuracy. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.
If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox incase any correspondence has been delivered there.
We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
Online Search
An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. 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.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) clearance is required for this role.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children’s Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website - https://www.grovevale.co.uk
Hours: 12.5 Hours per week, Hours of work will be 6:00am – 8:30 or 3.30pm – 6.00pm Monday – Friday.
Grade: Grade A, SCP 3 (£25,614 p.a.) Actual Salary £8,054 - £8,154 p.a
Location: Grove Vale Primary, 16 Monksfield Ave, Birmingham B43 6AL
Closing Date: Wednesday 9th December 2026
Shortlisting Date: Week commencing 14th December 2026
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted after the closing date.