Learning Assistant Level 2

The Governors of Robins Lane Community Primary School are seeking to appoint an outstanding and compassionate Learning Assistant Level 2 who embodies our school motto ‘Aim High, Fly High’.

This post is required as soon as possible and is Temporary until 31st August 2026.

The successful candidate will;
Believe they can make a difference
Be supportive of the inclusive ethos of the school
Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour
Be enthusiastic and motivate children
Be committed to raising standards
Be flexible and hard-working
Be sensitive to the needs of our children and families

Visits to our school are welcomed and can be arranged by telephoning our school office on
01744 678503 or emailing robinslane@sthelens.gov.uk.

Working at Robins Lane Primary School

Our WINGS values are at the heart of everything we do.

They are;
Warm-hearted; Inspire; Never Give Up;
Genuine; Strive to Succeed

We want our children to know and value their roots whilst building the knowledge, confidence and curiosity to venture out into the wider world where they can ‘Aim high and fly high’. To support this, we have a wonderful and dedicated team of staff and governors. We work together collaboratively and with mutual trust and respect. We invest in the wellbeing and happiness of every individual staff member. We buy into a comprehensive wellbeing package for every member of our team, which offers financial and legal advice, medical advice and support, mental health support (including counselling), GP appointments and musculoskeletal services. We want our staff to be healthy and happy and support everyone having a positive work/life balance.

In return, we will offer you;
Happy, caring children with a thirst for learning
An opportunity to make a difference
A strong, shared vision for our school
Opportunities for personal and professional development
A supportive and encouraging team of staff and governors

Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares.

Robins Lane is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For more information regarding this role, please contact School Business Lead Clare.Roberts@sthelens.org.uk

Closing date: Monday 22nd September 2025

Shortlisting: Tuesday 23rd September 2025 (Candidates will be contacted by telephone or email following this)

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Friday 26th September 2025.

Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.