Level 3 Learning Support Assistant
Bloxwich Academy – Leamore Lane, Bloxwich WS2 7NR
37 Hours | Term Time Only | Monday to Friday
Start Date: 24th February 2024
Starting Salary £21,394.13 (FTE £24, 873)
The role:
At Bloxwich Academy, we want the best for every single child and our Learning Support Assistants are vital in achieving this. We are seeking to appoint a Level 3 qualified Learning Support Assistant. There should be no barriers to learning and strong Learning Support Assistants will help young people be successful in school while preparing them for success in their future careers. The successful candidate will work under the instruction and guidance of teachers and leadership to undertake work, care and support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.
About you:
The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, supportive and compassionate individual committed to assisting our pupils and providing a positive learning environment.
Skillset will include:
· Hold a relevant Level 3 qualification;
· Having excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build a rapport with our SEN pupils;
· Adequate level of literacy and numeracy (GCSE grade C or Equivalent in English & Maths);
· Having a basic understanding of child development and learning.
Please see job description for full list of skills, duties and responsibilities.
About us:
At Bloxwich Academy, we expect everyone to 'be the best they can be'. It is our strong belief that embedding high standards of behaviour with excellent teaching practices, leads to the best educational outcomes. The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Matrix Academy Trust.
We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.
To apply directly, please visit our recruitment website www.matrixacademytrust.co.uk/vacancies/
Application Deadline: 4th July 2025
Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £25,930.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Walsall WS2 7NR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 04/07/2025
