Learning Assistant Level 3

Tall Oaks from Little Acorns Grow

We’re looking for a Level 3 Learning Assistant initially working in Key Stage 1 to join our Broad Oak Family.

We’re Broad Oak a nurturing, three-form entry primary school with a big heart. Our children are at the centre of everything we do and we’re proud of our strong relationships with families and the wider community. Our staff are hardworking, dedicated and always ready to support one another and our pupils are enthusiastic, well-behaved and full of curiosity.

Required as soon as possible

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is flexible, reliable and happy to step in and cover supervise when needed.
• Can build great relationships with children and adults alike.
• Works well as part of a team and brings a positive attitude.
• Can support all pupils by responding to their individual needs.
• Believes in inclusion and celebrates every child’s uniqueness.
• Has good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Is proactive, organised and shows initiative.
• Has experience working with children especially in KS1 and RWI Phonics (that’s a bonus!).

If this sounds like you, and you’re ready to make a difference in our creative and caring school, we’d love to welcome you into our Family.

Working at Broad Oak Community Primary School

Broad Oak Community Primary School is a great place to work, somewhere you’ll enjoy coming to everyday. With strong family values at its core, our school creates a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where care and support are offered to everyonestaff, pupils, and families alike. There’s a real sense of community here and a shared belief in helping each person feel valued, respected and encouraged to be their best. It’s more than just a jobit’s a place where people support each other and where kindness and teamwork are part of everyday life that’s the Broad Oak Family.

Our staff enjoy:

• Feeling part of the family Broad Oak really does have that close-knit, caring ethos where people look out for each other and want the best for one another
• Wellbeing that matters We put staff wellbeing first, with a supportive atmosphere, a good work/life balance and access to a paid-for Employee Assistance Programme.
• Room to grow There are plenty of chances to learn, develop, and take your career in the direction you want.
• Making a real difference Every day brings the chance to help children and colleagues thrive and that’s something we’re all proud of.
• A big school, big opportunities With a large and lively setting, there’s always something going onyou’ll never be short of variety or new experiences.
• Teamwork that works We love sharing ideas, solving problems together and learning from each other to do our best for all.
• A place where everyone belongs Diversity is celebrated here and we make sure every child and adult feels seen, heard, and supported.

At Broad Oak, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

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

Broad Oak 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 broadoak@sthelens.org.uk

Closing date: Monday 17th November 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.