Learning Support Assistants

Name of Head Teacher: Theresa Landreth

Salary: Scale 2, point 3, £22,737 plus weighting of £2,175, pro rata, per annum

(Actual salary £19,162.01 plus LW of £1,833.02 per annum)

Hours Full-time - 35 hours per week

Inspiring the minds of tomorrow to be confident life-long learners.

The School:

Recently judged Outstanding by OFSTED, we are looking for staff who have the drive, passion and skills to work in our school. At our school we are very proud to have a diverse school community in which many languages, cultures and religions learn together. We try to enhance the life of each child, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to take a full part in society; both now and in the future. We promote an understanding, tolerance, fairness and respect for others.

The Post:

Mitchell Brook is looking to recruit a number of permanent high-quality staff across the school. We require Learning Support Assistants who are genuinely passionate about supporting the children in our school and who would compliment our excellent team of dedicated staff. The role includes supporting children in groups and individually. All members of staff are committed to anti-racist practice. There will be a full induction and regular professional development opportunities with the rest of the team.

The Person:

• Passionate about teaching and learning
• Resilient and up for any challenge
• Nurturing
• Willing to go the extra mile
• Racially literate
• An effective and active team member

Experience:

• Previous successful experience in working with children of primary age is desirable.
• NVQ level 2 or 3 for Teaching Assistants, or able to demonstrate an equivalent level of attainment through relevant experience.
• Evidence of successful completion of training in relevant strategies, e.g. literacy and/or in particular curriculum areas such as bi-lingual, sign language, dyslexia, ICT, maths English CACHE

How to apply:

Read the job description and person specification and complete the application form. All these documents are also available to download from the school website via the button below.

The completed application form should be sent as an email attachment to

Closing Date: Friday, 4th July 2025.

Interview Date: W/C 7th July 2025.

Start Date: September 2025.

Mitchell Brook School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children.