Learning Support Assistant (Child Specific)

Bentley Heath Church of England Primary School, Solihull, West Midlands, B93 9AS

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  12 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  28 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £9,108.00 Annually (Actual) SCP 5

Learning Support Assistant (Child Specific) job summary

Bentley Heath Church of England Primary School

Learning Support Assistant (Child Specific)

Term time | 15 hours per week

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00-12:00
Salary: SCP 5-10 | Actual salary £9,108-£9,860 per annum

Bentley Heath Church of England Primary School is seeking to appoint two dedicated, nurturing and motivated Learning Support Assistant to provide child‑specific support for a pupil in Nursery and a pupil in Year 1.

Whilst this is currently a fixed-term post for 15 hours per week, there may be the opportunity for working hours to increase in the future, subject to pupil needs and available funding.

The successful candidate will have experience supporting neurodivergent children, including those with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and will bring a calm, patient and flexible approach to learning and behaviour support. A relevant Level 2 qualification is essential.

You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCo and wider staff team to deliver individualised, strengths‑based support, helping the child to develop independence, confidence and a love of learning within a safe and inclusive environment.

We are looking for someone who:

Has a genuine respect for children and their individual needs

Is committed to inclusive, child‑centred practice

Can support behaviour in line with school policy using positive and consistent approaches

Is confident in delivering basic first aid, where required

Values teamwork, reflection and professional development

In return, we offer:

A warm, welcoming and supportive school community

Highly skilled and collaborative colleagues

Training and professional support tailored to the role

A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and pastoral support

Staff Benefits:

24/7 GP Helpline

Savings & Loans Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

GP Service & Cash Plan

Home & Tech Scheme

Full details of the role are available in the Job Description and Person Specification.

Applications should be submitted via the My New Term website.

Bentley Heath CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this role will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Bentley Heath Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All staff are required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Bentley Heath Church of England Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 324 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Bentley Heath Church of England Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bentley-heath-church-of-england-primary-school

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