Learning Support Assistant (Preschool) - Perryfields Primary School

LSA Vacancy – Preschool

Hours: - 32.5 - Term Time + INSET days

Contract: - Fixed Term (Ending July 2027)

Grade: - Band B SCP 9-13

Closing date: - Friday 27th November 2026 – Midday

Shortlisting: W/C 30th November 2026

Interviews: - WC 7th December 2026

Required from Monday 4th January 2027.

We aspire in each pupil a desire to ‘Be the Best they Can be,’ within a nurturing and supportive environment. The Management Committee at Perryfields PreSchool are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and conscientious Learning Support Assistant to enhance this. The successful applicant will be required to support the teaching and learning in our Preschool working with 2, 3 and 4 year olds, working as part of our existing team of dedicated and conscientious staff. If you are passionate about helping young minds to grow and develop, then we are the Preschool for you. This is a great opportunity for a creative and well-qualified Learning Support Assistant who has experience working with learners within Early Years.

The successful applicant will need to: -

Have a good working knowledge of the EYFS framework and Development Matters

Have experience of the key worker system

Work as part of a successful and supportive team

Have a growth mind-set for with regards to all pupils

Value and develop positive and productive working relationships in order to achieve the best possible outcomes for all pupils

Be willing to learn new skills and develop their own knowledge

Have excellent interpersonal skills

Show initiative when required

Be paediatric First Aid trained

Please note, previous applicants need not apply.

In return, we can offer the successful applicant: -
• Wonderful children who have excellent attitudes towards their learning and a curiosity to discover new things
• Training in relevant aspects of the curriculum in order to develop expertise specific to the pupils’ needs
• A dedicated team of staff who work hard to achieve the best outcomes for all pupils
• A brand new learning environment

Please contact Mr Kirby in the School Office (0121 422 2848) or by email vacancies@perryfields-pri.sandwell.sch.uk to submit your application. Tours of the school are available and strongly recommended for interested parties. Please contact Mr Kirby on the above email to arrange.

Application forms are returnable directly to the school. Perryfields Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and clearances, including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Hours -
32.5 hours per week (Term Time + INSET days)
Grade -
Band B SCP 3 - £20,391 (Actual Salary)
Location -
Perryfields Primary School, Apsley Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B68 0QY
Contract -
Fixed Term (Ending July 2027)
Closing Date -
Friday 27th November 2026 at 12pm