Learning Support Assistant
WMG Academy for Young Engineers (Solihull)
WMG Academy For Young Engineers Solihull
- £25,583 - £27,254 per year
- New
- Salary:
- (Grade 3 - Spinal 5-9 Pro Rata 22,401 - 23864)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01 September 2026
- Apply by:
- 1 June 2026
Job overview
WMG Academy Vacancy Advertisement
Hiring: Learning Support Assistant (LSA) | Location: Solihull
About Us
Very excitingly, from September 2026, WMG Academy Trust will welcome its first cohort of Year 9 students. This marks a significant milestone in our journey and enables us to further shape and strengthen our UTC curriculum, reinforcing our business-like, business-led ethos from an even earlier stage.
WMG Academy is a thriving and welcoming establishment for aspiring young Engineers. With a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), we offer a distinctive curriculum that includes GCSEs (including core subjects), A Levels, vocational and technical qualifications, or a combined approach.
Due to this expansion, a number of exciting opportunities have arisen across the Trust. This is a unique time to join WMG Academy and play a part in shaping the future of Engineering, STEM and Digital education.
Our career-focused approach to education is designed to engage students, helping them identify their strengths, reach their full potential, and confidently take their first steps into the world of work. From our business dress, structured working day as well as meaningful opportunities to collaborate with industry partners on real-life projects, our students experience an environment that mirrors the expectations of modern engineering and technology workplaces. As a result, parents see confidence grow and employment prospects soar.
We’re Looking For A Very Special Learning Support Assistant
The WMG Academy Trust Board are seeking to appoint a motivated, dedicated and aspirational learning support assistant, to join the team at the WMG Academy for Young Engineers. The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting young people and determined to see all students achieve their best and thrive!
We are looking for:
Proven experience or a strong interest in providing small-group support, with a focus on improving literacy and numeracy outcomes. Familiarity with Exam Access Arrangements is essential/desirable.
Proven track record of maintaining professional relationships and communicating effectively across all levels when interacting with students and staff.
The ability to handle behavioral challenges with a professional, level-headed approach, always prioritizing inclusion and the well-being of the student
The successful candidate will have a demonstrable ability to engage students between the ages of 14 and 19 in a safe learning environment. The ideal candidate will be a champion of the Academy’s ‘business-like, business-led’ ethos.
You Will Have:
5 A*- C (or 9-4) grades at GCSE including English and Maths
Evidence of continuous professional development.
Experience of the National Curriculum/in your specialism
The ability to maintain positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff
The ability to demonstrate achievements and progress for students.
What We Offer Staff
● Development: Ongoing accredited training and sponsorship for extended skills qualifications.
● Work-Life Balance: Generous PPA time and flexible/hybrid working where possible.
● Wellbeing: Comprehensive program including physiotherapy, counseling, CBT and VivUp scheme perks.
● Rewards: £250 Staff Recruitment Referral scheme and a competitive pension. Monthly treats for staff!
Please review the job description and person specification for further information about the role
Study at WMG Academy for Young Engineers Solihull, Birmingham
Key Dates
Closing Date & Time: 1st June 09:00
Interview Date(s): 4th June 2026
Proposed Start Date: 1st September 2026
Attached documents
About WMG Academy for Young Engineers (Solihull)
- WMG Academy for Young Engineers (Solihull)
- Chelmsley Road, Chelmsley Wood, Birmingham
- West Midlands
- B37 5FD
- United Kingdom
The WMG Academy for Young Engineers Multi Academy Trust was formed in March 2015. Following the successful opening of the Coventry Academy in September 2014, the WMG Academy Trust opened its second Academy in September 2016 in North Solihull.
Formed between a partnership of the University of Warwick and with the support of national, regional and local businesses such as Jaguar Land Rover, National Grid, and Rolls-Royce, the Trust is committed to providing a better way of learning for the Engineers of the future.
Our Vision
We will ensure that our learners have raised aspirations that will provide the motivational drive to succeed. Strong employer and further and higher education links, as well as a professional ethos and culture, will ensure the learners will be in demand from employers.
Our unique status of working very closely with some of the biggest employers in the region means that we have shaped the curriculum from day one to ensure we produce learners with a professional ethos and culture that is in high demand in today’s working world.
Team working is the normand learners work together to develop the skills that employers value. We are committed to developing team working, problem solving, creativity, leadership, communication, resilience and an ability to respond to change. As staff, it is our role to model those skills and behaviours to our learners in everything that we do.
WMG Academy for Young Engineers Coventry
Opened in September 2014 by Ratan Tata, the Coventry Academy has over 500 students on roll. Located close to the Westwood area in Canley and the University of Warwick, the Coventry Academy was designed with a large Engineering Hall filled with over £1M worth of specialist equipment. Three additional dedicated CAD/CAM areas allow industry standard software to be used by students in their Engineering projects.
WMG Academy for Young Engineers Solihull
Opened in September 2016, the Solihull Academy boasts over £2M of specialist equipment and ICT and currently has over 420 students on roll. Developed along a similar open plan design to Coventry, the Solihull Academy occupies a slightly bigger footprint.
Dedicated ICT facilities include 3 CAD suites and student PC access in all teaching rooms giving unrivalled access to industry standard software. These facilities allow innovative teaching pedagogy through digital technologies. A large Engineering Hall, complemented by ‘Make and Do’ areas above, allows a flexible group-work approach to learning.
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