Learning Support Assistants (Level 2, 3 & EYFS)Council

Intack Primary School
Whitebirk Road
Blackburn
BB1 3HY

Job Title: 1x Learning Support (Level 2), 1x EYFS Learning Support (Level 2) & 1x Learning Support (Level 3)
Grade/Salary: Level 2: Grade C, SCP 3-5, £25,614 to £26,427 per annum. Level 3: Grade E, SCP 9-15, £28,153 to £31,015 per annum.
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Terms: 32.5 hours, Part Time, Term Time
Closing Date: Wednesday, 16th September 2026
Required From: ASAP

TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW

At Intack Primary School, we are Proud to Belong to a diverse and caring community where every child is valued and supported to achieve their full potential. We are seeking enthusiastic, dedicated and nurturing Learning Assistants to join our team across a range of levels, and make a real difference to the lives of our pupils.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers and support staff in a school that is committed to inclusion, wellbeing and high aspirations for all children. We welcome applications from candidates suited to any of the following roles:

• EYFS Learning Support Assistant (Level 2)
• Learning Support Assistant (Level 2)
• Learning Support Assistant (Level 3)

The Role
Depending on the level, successful candidates will:

• Support pupils' learning individually and in groups, in and out of school hours.
• Help pupils access the curriculum, including those with special or individual learning needs.
• Promote positive behaviour, self-esteem and independence.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with pupils, acting as a positive role model.
• Assist in preparing resources and maintaining a purposeful, engaging learning environment.
• Support the teacher in monitoring, recording and feeding back on pupil progress.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and uphold our values.

Level 3 candidates will also take on a broader role, assisting with lesson planning, evaluating pupil responses to learning, and occasionally supervising classes during short-term staff absence.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent), appropriate to the role applied for.
• Has experience of working with primary-aged or early years children.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is patient, flexible and enthusiastic.
• Has high expectations of behaviour, learning and achievement.
• Can work effectively as part of a team while using their own initiative.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and ensuring every child succeeds.

We Offer:

• Friendly, supportive and dedicated colleagues.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference within a vibrant and diverse school community.
• A school where children are at the centre of everything we do and where all are encouraged to be &slshquot;Proud to Belong.&slshquot;

Application packs are available to download above. Completed applications should be returned to the school by the closing date shown above, via [email protected]. 

Please indicate on your application which level(s) and role(s) you are applying for. Seperate Job Descriptions are available above for each role.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.

Position type: Part time - Term time