Learning support assistant grade 2

St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 8EN

7 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  20 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  3 November 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: £25,614.00 - £27,709.00 Annually (FTE)

Learning support assistant grade 2 job summary

Learning support assistant required in Key Stage Two

This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with and making a positive difference to their educational journey. We are looking for a caring, proactive and flexible practitioner who will work closely with staff, families and external agencies to ensure every child can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

Support pupils individually and in small groups, adapting provision daily to ensure access to an inclusive and engaging curriculum.

Demonstrate a proactive, flexible and nurturing approach, responding effectively to the changing needs of pupils and helping them achieve their full potential.

Work closely with class teachers and school staff to support quality first teaching, deliver effective interventions and help pupils make good progress towards their learning goals.

Foster positive relationships with parents and carers, helping to maintain strong and effective partnerships between home and school.

Collaborate effectively with colleagues and external partners where appropriate, drawing upon their expertise to provide the best possible support for pupils.

Promote high expectations of behaviour and learning, supporting pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development in line with the Catholic ethos and values of the school.

Essential Requirements

Hold an NVQ Level 2 qualification for Teaching Assistants (or an equivalent recognised qualification).

Have experience of working with primary-aged children, ideally within a Key Stage 2 setting.

Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively as part of a team.

Be committed to supporting the Catholic life and mission of the school.

Desirable Requirements

• Relevant training and/or experience in supporting children's learning and development within a primary school environment.
• An understanding of effective strategies that promote pupil engagement, independence and achievement.

Working Hours

• The successful applicant will be required to work Monday to Friday during term time, in accordance with the school's agreed working hours.

We can offer:

• A friendly, welcoming and inclusive school community where everyone is valued.
• A positive and supportive environment that encourages innovation, creativity and new ideas.
• The opportunity to work alongside an enthusiastic and dedicated team within our school
• Happy, well-behaved and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• Highly supportive staff, parents, and Governors

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: Up to 210 pupils
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-elizabeth-s-catholic-primary-school-tamworth

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