Learning Support Assistant (Communication and Interaction Support)
Kings Norton Girls' School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B30 1HW14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Available immediately
Closing date
24 September 2025 at 9am
Date listed
10 September 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £23,192.00 - £24,732.00 Annually (Actual) Grade 3A, Spinal Column Points 9-13 (Full Time Equivalent £26,409 - £28,163) Actual salary £23,192 - £24,732. 37 Hours per week.
Learning Support Assistant (Communication and Interaction Support) job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an exceptional Learning Support Assistant to join Kings Norton Girls’ School. KNGS is an OFSTED outstanding school and is a founding member of West Midlands Multi Academy Trust (WMAT). The school has a comprehensive intake and a co-educational sixth form. We are proud of our vibrant, socially and culturally diverse school, which lies in the heart of our community, and is highly regarded in our local area and beyond. We achieve excellent academic and pastoral outcomes for students within a culture of care, concern and well-being for both students and staff.
The post is available immediately on a full time, permanent basis, working term time only (37 hours per week).
This is a fantastic opportunity for an exceptional individual to join the team at Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form in order to open a world of opportunities for our students
We are seeking a passionate and skilled professional to take a leading role in our SEND team, focusing on provision for students with autism, communication and interaction needs. This is an exciting opportunity to shape inclusive practice and deliver high-impact support through in-class adaptions, 1:1, and small group interventions.
The successful candidate will have a strong track record of working with young people to overcome barriers to learning and will be committed to helping every student make outstanding progress. You’ll be joining a school that is relentless in its pursuit of excellence and offers a collaborative, forward-thinking culture.
In return, we offer:
A supportive team and professional development opportunities
A commitment to improving outcomes for all learners
A cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme
The school is committed to safeguarding children; the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Should you wish to discuss this opportunity, please contact Ms Gemma Cartin, Assistant Headteacher (SENCO) on 0121 675 1305 or gwoodward@kngs.co.uk. Should you have any queries relating to the application process, please contact Mrs Denise Wilson, PA to the Headteacher dwilson@kngs.co.uk
Applications can be made by submitting your completed application form via the My New Term Portal. We do not accept CV applications, only those submitted on the KNGS application form will be considered.
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 about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding children and all posts advertised are subject to 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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Kings Norton Girls' School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1083 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Kings Norton Girls' School website
KNGS and Sixth Form is an OFSTED outstanding secondary school and one of the top comprehensives in the country. Our school lies in the heart of our community and is highly regarded locally.
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