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Learning Support Assistant - Timbertree Academy

Timbertree Academy · Cradley Heath

Job description

Timbertree Academy is a one-form-entry primary school in Cradley, rated Outstanding in its Ofsted inspection in May 2025.

The school is seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to join its team from September, offering an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-achieving and supportive environment.

The successful applicant will need to:

Have a relevant Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) together with GCSE Maths and English or equivalent. Have a working knowledge of the national curriculum to support and extend learning under the direction of the class teacher. Have high standards and present as a positive role model for pupils. Have a positive attitude and be able to work as part of a successful and supportive team. Be able to show initiative when required. Have experience of working with primary aged children to support their learning and well-being. Liaise with parents/carers to build positive relationships. Be willing to develop their own skills through participation in training opportunities. Our safeguarding and day-to-day practice around keeping children safe, and working with families ensures that you will really feel that what you do on a daily basis is highly positive and makes a difference to children’s lives.

We are excited to be able to offer you:

A wonderful place to work with excellent, hardworking pupils with amazing learning behaviours and attitudes to working; Hardworking, supportive and highly entertaining staff committed to achieving excellence for all; 9 INSET days, 3 completely dedicated to planning and preparation; Job descriptions and application packs are available from Mrs Hayley Wycherley, Business Manager – hayley.wycherley@timbertreeacademy.org.uk.

Tel No. 01384 567830

Timbertree Academy is committed to the welfare and safeguarding of all our children.  The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check

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