Learning Facilitator

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council; Scott's Green; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Learning Facilitator on a permanent basis. The post is 33.67 hours per week, term time only – 39 weeks per year, with a salary of Grade 5 (£21,424.60 to £22,836.21) per annum plus SEN.

You will work with individuals and groups of pupils under teaching staff guidance, offering detailed and specialist skills in relevant areas and assisting in planning and class supervision when teachers are absent.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience.
• Level 3 Award / certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
• Very good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Training in specialist areas beneficial to the school.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in planning cycles and supervise classes during short-term absence.
• Work with individuals and groups of pupils in or out of the classroom.
• Provide specialist skills and knowledge in areas such as science, maths, SEND or behaviour.
• Support teaching staff in developing and educating pupils.

Skills

Very good numeracy and literacy skills

Demonstrable experience of working orC

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience

Level 3 Award / certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

Job Introduction

Permanent

Hours: 33.67 hours per week, Term Time only - 39 weeks per year

Salary: Grade 5 £21,424.60 to £22,836.21 per annum plus SEN

The role of the Learning Facilitator is key to the success of our school. Working closely under the guidance of teaching staff you will work with individuals and groups of pupils in or out of the classroom including the provision of detailed and specialist skills/knowledge in particular areas.

In addition, as a Learning Facilitator, you have the opportunity to assist the teacher in the whole planning cycle and supervise whole classes or groups during the short-term absence of a teacher. The role is hugely important in helping our pupils strive for success, overcome their personal challenges, and achieve their potential. It is therefore not only challenging and hard work but also immensely rewarding.

Key requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience.
• Other relevant qualifications for example Level 3 Award / certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
• Very good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Training and accreditation in relevant “specialist” areas beneficial to the school. E.g. a particular curriculum area or learning area e.g. science, maths, bi-lingual, SEND, behaviour.

Skills & experience:

• Demonstrable experience of working with or caring with children of a relevant age.
• Full working knowledge of School policies and procedures relating to health and safety, behaviour, attendance, equal opportunities and child protection.
• Working knowledge of national curriculum and other basic learning programmes/strategies.
• Understanding of the principles of child development and learning processes.
• Experience of supporting teaching staff in the development and education of pupils, including the provision of specialist skills and knowledge.

We are keen for prospective applicants to come and have a look around our wonderful school. On Tuesday 10th March 2026, at 9am, we are therefore able to host visits around the school to see ’safe, happy, learning - towards independence’ in action. Please contact the school to confirm attendance should you wish to visit.

Closing date - 25th September 2026 at 12 noon

Interview date - TBC

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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