At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with complex communication needs and enhance their learning experience.
- Company: Hanbury Primary School, a nurturing environment committed to children's welfare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development training, and a supportive leadership team.
- Other info: Join a well-resourced school with enthusiastic children and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a positive school culture.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, especially those with additional needs, and a passion for education.
The predicted salary is between 13.48 - 13.48 £ per hour.
Hanbury Primary School is a mainstream school, which has a specialist provision for children with complex communication and language needs. This is an exciting opportunity to support our children and make a real difference to their lives. We are looking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic LSA who is passionate about working with all children, including those with complex additional needs. You would receive line management from an Assistant Head Teacher and would be offered training to support you in your role.
It is an exciting time to join Hanbury, following our recent positive OFSTED inspection. ‘Pupils at Hanbury Primary School are happy and highly motivated. Leaders have high expectations for all, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)……. pupils demonstrate exemplary behaviour and attitudes to learning. Pupils speak confidently about how well staff look after them’
We are looking for someone who:
- Always puts our children first, so that they are happy and they thrive
- Is ambitious for our children and their futures
- Has the experience, skills and temperament to work with all children, including those with complex needs
- Consistently delivers high quality learning
- Consistently promotes our nurturing and inclusive ethos and our strong culture of safeguarding
- Is dedicated to their own professional development and sharing good practice with others
- Is willing to go the extra mile to make a real difference to our children
We can offer you:
- Support from an experienced, positive and supportive leadership team and staff
- A supportive governing body, who wants the best for our children
- Well-behaved and enthusiastic children
- Training to support your professional development
- A bright, modern and well-resourced school building and environment
- Line management from an AHT
Shortlisting for interviews will also be subject to a successful lesson observation.
Closing date for applications: 19th November (9.00)
Hanbury Primary School is committed to the welfare and safeguarding of all our children. All staff have a duty to safeguard our children and therefore we expect all staff to adhere to our Safeguarding Policy (available on the school website) and participate in annual safeguarding training. As part of the appointment procedure all staff have to undergo a DBS disclosure which will report cautions as well as convictions. 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. Shortlisted candidates applying for a regulated activity role will be asked to complete a self-declaration and disclosure form. Any disclosures declared on this form will be discussed at interview.
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.
Pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with KCSIE.
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 - Fixed Term Contract (Ending 31st July 2027)
Closing Date - Thursday 19th November 2026 at 9am
Learning Support Assistant (Level 2) - Hanbury Primary School in West Bromwich employer: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
Sandwell Council offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive and diverse environment, where employees are valued for their contributions to the community. With a strong focus on employee development, this apprenticeship provides not only hands-on experience in horticulture and grounds maintenance but also a pathway to a Level 2 qualification, ensuring that you grow both personally and professionally. The council's commitment to empathy and sensitivity in its services makes it an excellent employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their local area.
Contact Details:
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council Recruitment Team
