Learning Support Assistant

Job Advert Learning Support Assistant Location: Lindens Academy, Hundred Acre Road, Streetly, B74 2BB Contract Type: Full time - Linked to Funding Contract Term: Term time, plus 5 training days (39 weeks) Grade/Salary: G4 Points 7-11, 31.25 hours per week (30-minute lunch break) Closing Date: 28.9.26 at midday Start Date: November 2026 Positions Available: 1 Interview Date(s): 5.10.26 ________________________________________________________________________________ About Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust The Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust, located in the West Midlands, consists of 9 primary schools across the Walsall borough. We are proud to be Lighthouse and across our academies we have: 3,000 Amazing Children 500 Dedicated Staff Members 9 Fabulous academies A uniquely developed Forest School 1 Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) 2 Special Resourced Provision (SRP's) An academy with the only Crown Bowling Green in England. About this Role The Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust wish to appoint a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive Learning Support Assistant to join Lindens Academy. Lindens Academy is a mainstream setting with an Additional Resource Provision for supporting pupils with complex medical needs and physical disabilities. This is a temporary post linked to funding. It is a welcoming and inclusive academy, serving children aged 3 to 11 in Streetly, part of the Walsall community. We are extremely proud to be part of the Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust , working collaboratively to inspire and support every child’s learning journey. We place strong emphasis on well-being, safety, and respect , ensuring that all children feel valued, supported and ready to embrace new challenges. We celebrate diversity and cater to a wide range of needs, including specialist support provision, so that every child can thrive both academically and personally. Our friendly and dedicated staff work closely with families and the wider community to nurture a positive learning environment where children flourish. Main Responsibilities (see attached job description for further details): Support pupils with complex medical needs and physical disabilities in both the classroom and wider academy environment. Assist pupils to access learning activities, adapting support to meet individual needs. Provide personal care where required throughout the day with dignity and respect. Be willing to receive additional manual handling training to support the safe transfer and movement of pupils, including using specialist equipment when necessary. Work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to deliver high-quality support. Promote inclusion, independence and wellbeing for all pupils. Facilitate Physical Management plans as part of the provision. We are looking for an individual with Experience of working with children with additional needs Minimum Level 2 qualification which is a Department for Education (DfE) recognised Early Years qualification, or equivalent qualification or relevant experience that meets the approved Early Years requirements in England. What we offer you: A friendly, dedicated staff team who believe in teamwork and building positive relationships across the academy, the Trust and in the local community. High quality development programme with induction programmes for all new staff. Excellent CPD opportunities Annual conferences with keynote speakers. Access to professional coaching. A supportive and collaborative working ethos, including support from the Trust’s Central Executive Team and a range of experts, such as specialists in pupil welfare, SEND and behaviour. Access to Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling. Access to discounts through our Reward partner Perkbox. Informal visits are encouraged on Thursday 17th September or Tuesday 22nd September at 4pm - please call the academy Office on 0121 353 9273 once the academy reopens on 2nd September to book a place. Closing date: Monday 28th September at midday. Interviews: Monday 5th October At The Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust, we put children first, pioneering excellence and championing every child. All our academies, ranging from a small infant academy to large primary academies, work collaboratively, sharing resources and expertise. Find out more about The Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust and the location of our academies at: www.lhmat.com At The Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust, we take the wellbeing and mental health of our staff seriously which is why we are committed to regular reviews of staff well-being and reducing staff workload. We create bespoke career pathways for every member of staff, identifying and growing talent, with outstanding professional development opportunities at every stage of your career. We also have an Employee Assistance Programme with a range of resources to support wellbeing which is available to all employees and their immediate family members 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Only those s