Learning Support Assistant - Level 3

Ref: 001445

Rushcroft Primary School

Learning Support Assistant - Level 3

Salary: Grade 4 (SCP 12 17)

Hours: 32.5 per week (term time plus 5 days)

Based at: Rushcroft Primary School

This post will commence: 1st September 2025

We are seeking to appoint a positive, self-motivated Learning Support Assistant who will join our team within The Ivory Federation. The Ivory Federation is a name given to a strong partnership between three schools, Rushcroft Primary School in Shaw, Propps Hall Primary School in Failsworth, and Springhead Infant School in Saddleworth. All of our schools have a friendly and strong caring ethos and we promote partnership working at every opportunity. We have strong values that supports the personal growth and development of all children and adults in our school community. This post is appointable to the federation.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is positive and self-motivated.
• Has experience working with children in across the primary phase and holds a relevant qualification in Early Years education.
• Has an energetic and creative approach to learning.
• Is professional, has a positive attitude and is supportive of their colleagues.
• Has high expectations for all children and is committed to developing their full potential.
• Has good communication and interpersonal skills.

As a school we can offer you:

• The opportunity to play a role in the further development of the school.
• A caring and supportive team and children who are eager and willing to learn.
• A blueprint for learning that supports the ethos and strong values of the federation.
• High standards of pupil discipline and behaviour.
• A commitment to support your professional development.

If you feel you could make a positive contribution to our school, we would be pleased to receive an application from you.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant.

Informal Enquiries: info@rushcroft.oldham.sch.uk

Please return completed application forms to the school (info@rushcroft.oldham.sch.uk)

Closing Date: Monday 1st June 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 9th June 2026