Learning Support Assistant; x2 - Moorlands Primary School

Learning Support Assistant – Moorlands Primary School

Moorlands Primary School is a Foundation Primary School located near West Bromwich, rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED (June 2022). The school has been operating since 1960, providing a comprehensive curriculum for pupils aged 4‑11, with extensive playing fields, a multi‑purpose hall and a dedicated learning kitchen.

Our vision is to inspire students into academically and emotionally ready lifelong learners. We embed values education and communication across the curriculum, fostering resilience, social skills, and a love of learning.

We are recruiting a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support classroom teaching and learning across Key Stages. The role involves preparing and delivering activities, providing health, safety, welfare, emotional and behavioural support, and running enriching lunch‑time activities. You will also implement social, emotional and academic interventions in line with Moorlands’ policies.

• Support teaching and learning in any Key Stage.
• Prepare and deliver curriculum‑aligned activities to groups of children.
• Provide health, safety, welfare, emotional and behavioural support.
• Lead games and activities during lunch to promote social development.
• Implement social, emotional and academic interventions per school policy.

Previous experience as a teaching assistant is desirable; a newly qualified practitioner who can demonstrate enthusiasm, skill, and the ability to support children’s needs is welcome.

• Warm and welcoming atmosphere.
• Values embedded throughout school life.
• Supportive, dedicated, and motivated staff.
• Active Governing Body.

Hours:

30 hours per week, term time only
Grade:
Band B SCP 3‑4 (£24,796‑25,185 per annum, pro rata)

Location:

Moorlands Primary School, Winchester Road, West Bromwich, W B 71 2NZ

Contract:

Fixed‑term until 31 August 2027

Closing date: 2 February 2026 at 10:00 am
Shortlisting: 2 February 2026 afternoon
Interviews: 6 February 2026

School office: 0121 556 0352 – please call to arrange a visit.

Moorlands Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.