SEN Support Assistant

Greswold Primary School, Solihull, West Midlands, B91 2AZ

37 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  4 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  29 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Part time: 30 hours per week Monday to Friday, inclusive of INSET days, from 08:40 to 15.25 with an unpaid 15-minute mid-morning break and an unpaid 30-minute lunch break
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £26,844 – £29,540

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our talented KS1 SEND team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to children's lives by supporting their learning, wellbeing and personal development within our inclusive school community.

Our BRICKS values of Belonging, Respect, Independence, Curiosity, Kindness and Success underpin everything we do. These values shape our curriculum, relationships and decision-making, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to flourish and achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will work as part of our inclusion team within our internal SEND provision spaces and alongside class teachers and other professionals to support pupils' learning and development. We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about helping children learn, grow and succeed.
• Has a nurturing and positive approach to supporting children.
• Can build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Is committed to inclusion and enabling all children to access learning.
• Works well as part of a collaborative and dedicated team.
• Demonstrates initiative, flexibility and a willingness to learn.

Ideally candidates will have NVQ Level 3 in supporting Teaching and Learning or the equivalent, while a good level of numeracy and literacy is essential (GCSE Grade C /4 and above or equivalent). Previous experience of working with children, particularly those with additional needs, would be advantageous. Enthusiasm, commitment and the ability to form positive relationships are equally important.

What the school offers its staff

Greswold Primary School is a large, ethnically diverse school located close to the centre of Solihull. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, where every child and every member of staff is valued, supported and encouraged to thrive. Our vision is simple but powerful: to create a learning community where every child really does matter.

Our BRICKS values —Belonging, Respect, Independence, Curiosity, Kindness and Success— underpin all aspects of school life and shape our curriculum, relationships and decision-making. Inclusion and wellbeing are at the heart of these values and inform how we support children with diverse needs and how we work together as a school community.

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

Solihull MBC and Greswold Primary School has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) and where relevant workforce checks and safeguarding checks as appropriate.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

LSA JDPS July 26.pdf - 197 KB (opens in new tab)

Notes of Guidance for Applicants re DBS (Schools).doc - 278 KB (opens in new tab)

About Greswold Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 680 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Greswold Primary School website
• Email address: jobs@greswold.solihull.sch.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/greswold-primary-school

Greswold is a large, successful, ethnically diverse primary school near to the centre of Solihull whose vision is to provide an inclusive learning environment where every child really does matter. Our BRICKS values of belonging, respect, independence, curiosity, kindness and success are at the heart of everything we do.

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