Learning Support Assistant

We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Location: The Wenlock School, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 3SB Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | Monday 8:15am - 4:30pm, Tuesday - Friday 8:15am - 3:45pm Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: June 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role We’re seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of pupils who require 1:1 support. This is your chance to help young people overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve their potential. You will provide personalised support to pupils with multiple social, emotional, and learning challenges. This may include supporting pupils with speech and sound disorders, expressive language difficulties, delayed understanding of language, concentration challenges, and work avoidance behaviours. While primarily education-focused, this role also involves supporting families, carers, and the wider community, working closely with professionals such as Social Workers, Speech and Language Therapists, Educational Psychologists, and Early Intervention Teams. Some work may take place outside the classroom. You will contribute to the school’s overall responsibility for promoting the learning, personal development, and wellbeing of all pupils. Key Responsibilities: Safeguard and promote the welfare, safety, and wellbeing of pupils Work in line with professional standards, statutory requirements, and school policies Support day-to-day organisation and administration within the school Take responsibility for agreed areas of work, reviewed annually through performance management Contribute positively to the school’s improvement journey Undertake additional responsibilities as required Who We’re Looking For We want someone who is patient, resilient, and passionate about supporting youn