Learning Facilitator

Dudley Council; Sutton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority offering educational roles is seeking a permanent Learning Facilitator to support students in achieving their potential in a nurturing school environment. The role involves working closely with teaching staff and assisting in the planning cycle, providing critical support during pupil's learning processes. Ideal candidates should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, with strong numeracy and literacy skills. This position is term-time only, with a salary range of £22,791 - £24,842.

Qualifications

• Experience in a relevant educational setting.
• Training in relevant specialist areas beneficial.
• Knowledge of school policies related to health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and groups of pupils in or out of the classroom.
• Assist teachers in planning cycles and supervising classes.
• Help pupils overcome challenges and achieve potential.

Skills

Very good numeracy and literacy skills

Demonstrable experience of working with children

Understanding of child development principles

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience

Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Overview

Learning Facilitator - Permanent

Hours: 33.67 hours per week, Term Time only - 39 weeks per year
Salary: Grade 5 £22791 - £24842 + Sen Allowance pro rata

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. We are therefore able to host visits Tuesday 30th September 10am around the school to see ’safe, happy, learning - towards independence’ in action. Please contact the school to confirm attendance should you wish to visit.

Important Dates

• Closing Date - 12th October 12pm
• Shortlisting date - 13th October 2025
• 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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Attached documents

Learning Facilitator JD and Pers Spec24 updated salary scale.docx

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About Dudley Council

It’s an incredibly exciting time to work in Dudley Council as we embark on numerous multi-million pound regeneration schemes which will be real game-changers for the borough. In addition to the exciting schemes such as the Midland Metro we also have the ongoing and very serious challenges of ensuring vulnerable people across the borough receive the services they deserve. At Dudley Council we have a ‘one council’ ethos that builds an effective and dynamic organisation which grows the economy and creates jobs, creating a cleaner and greener place and supports stronger and safer communities. We are rightly proud to be the historic capital of the Black Country and, working with our partners, Dudley Council is also committed to looking forward and helping to deliver our borough vision of ‘Forge a Future for all’ www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk

We ensure communities influence council decisions and are committed to delivering services in partnership with communities. We provide flexible and responsive service in partnership and help communities help themselves.

In joining a local authority that serves 320,000 residents you will become an integral part of a council that:

• is ready to embrace change, providing an environment in which you will be encouraged to make your mark
• is aware of its key challenges and the need for a new energy to innovate the council, in order to find cost effective ways of delivering services
• has aligned its political and managerial leadership structures and is committed to protecting, securing and transforming the lives of children, families, the vulnerable and older people
• wants borough residents to have their say through our community forums
• dedicates time to meaningful consultation and listen to the views of our residents
• is working with the community to encourage active involvement of our residents

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