Learning Support Assistant

Full-Time • 2-Form Entry Primary School • Start: ASAP

Are you a patient, calm and committed Learning Support Assistant looking to make a real difference in a child’s school experience? A warm and welcoming 2-form entry Primary School in Harborne is seeking a dedicated practitioner to work 1:1 with a Year 1 pupil with ASD and high behaviour needs, starting ASAP.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs, helping them to feel safe, understood and able to access learning successfully.

⭐ About the Role as a Learning Support Assistant

• 1:1 support with a Year 1 child with ASD
• Focus on emotional regulation, positive behaviour routines and consistent structure
• Helping the child engage with learning through personalised strategies
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and wider support staff
• Providing stability and a safe, predictable environment
• Ensuring clear communication and consistent follow‑through of agreed strategies
• Full-time role, starting ASAP and ongoing

This position requires someone with resilience, warmth and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Your consistency will be key to helping the child feel secure and ready to learn.

⭐ About the School

This friendly Harborne primary offers:

• A supportive and collaborative staff team
• Strong leadership and a proactive SENDCo
• Clear behaviour systems and established routines
• A nurturing approach to behaviour and inclusion
• Well-resourced learning spaces and access to external support services
• An inclusive ethos where every child is valued and supported

The school is committed to ensuring staff feel supported and equipped to meet pupil needs with confidence.

⭐ What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates who are:

• Calm, patient and able to stay regulated in challenging situations
• Experienced supporting children with ASD, communication differences or significant behaviour needs
• Confident using behaviour‑support strategies and personalised approaches
• Positive, nurturing and relationship‑focused
• Able to work collaboratively as part of a team around the child
• Reliable, consistent and committed to providing stability
• Passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers and thrive in school

Experienced teaching assistants, behaviour mentors and SEND specialists are encouraged to apply.

⭐ Why This Role Might Suit You

• Opportunity to make a significant and positive impact on one child’s development
• Supportive staff team and strong SEND guidance
• Training and professional development available
• A chance to develop your specialist SEN and behaviour experience further
• Rewarding and meaningful work in a respected Harborne school

📍 Location

The role is based in Harborne, easily accessible from surrounding areas with good transport links and on-site parking available.

📩 How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting children with SEND and can offer patience, consistency and empathy, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to start making a difference straight away.