Learning Support Assistant – The Federation of Abbey Infant and Junior School in Smethwick

Learning Support Assistant – The Federation of Abbey Infant and Junior School

Location: The Federation of Abbey Infant and Junior School, Maurice Road, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 5LR and Barclay Road, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 5LT.

Working Hours: 28.75 Hours Per Week, 8:35am to 3:20pm – Lunch not included, term time only.

Salary: Grade B 3-4 FTE £24,796 – £25,185 (Actual Pro Rata Salary £16,821 – £17,085).

Contract: Fixed‑Term Contract until 17 July 2026 (SEND Funding).

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will work across the school predominantly with children with SEND, providing additional support during lessons and at lunchtimes. The role involves supporting intimate care needs/toileting, supporting high‑need pupils on a 1:1 basis, and adapting to varied working environments. The candidate will also administer basic first aid (training provided) and support safeguarding duties.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of NVQ Level 2.
• Good general education levels in English and Maths (Level 2 at minimum).
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in an educational establishment.
• Experience supporting children with SEND and knowledge of learning difficulties, disabilities and challenging behaviours.
• Ability to adapt to different working environments and children with varying needs.
• Experience creating resources for children.
• Experience completing and recording observational assessments and contributing to assessment judgments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, caring attitude, flexible working patterns.

Application

Application form, job description and personnel specification can be downloaded from the Sandwell Local Authority website or WM Jobs. All completed application forms must be returned by email to office@abbey-inf.sandwell.sch.uk or delivered directly to either of the school offices. Contact numbers: 0121 429 1689 or 0121 429 2700.

Closing date: Monday 19 January 2026 at 12:00 noon. Shortlisting: Monday 19 January 2026. Interviews: Week commencing Monday 26 January 2026. If you do not hear from us by Monday 19 January 2026 you have not been successful.

Legal: Enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references required. The role covers Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Fluency in English essential. Pre‑employment checks carried out in line with KCSIE.