Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Dudley Council; Stourbridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dudley Council is seeking an enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant for their Inclusion Hubs. This role involves supporting children’s learning and development in a committed team environment. Candidates are encouraged to have experience with SEND and a strong grasp of the National Curriculum. The position is temporary with potential for a long-term career in a vibrant school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND.
• Knowledge of EYFS / Key Stage 1 & 2 National Curriculum and assessment.
• Willingness to undertake suitable training.

Responsibilities

• Providing support to pupils to achieve learning goals.
• Assisting with classroom routines and maintaining discipline.
• Monitoring pupils' responses to learning activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Behaviour Management

Commitment

Flexibility

Energy

Education

Level 2 qualification in supporting teaching and learning

Job description

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Job Details

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Due to our expanding Inclusion Hubs, the Governors are looking to appoint an outstanding Level 2 Teaching Assistant who is enthusiastic, highly motivated and passionate about making a difference and helping to improve the learning opportunities for our children.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team which is ambitious for the success of all, where children have positive attitudes and a love of learning and where staff are valued and well supported by parents and governors.

You will be working within one of our Inclusion Hubs

Salary:Grade 3

Hours:32.5 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks)

Closing date: Wednesday 2 July 2025

Temporary: until 31 August 2026

Start Date: September 2025

You Will Need To Demonstrate

Your ability to work as part of a very enthusiastic team.

Experience of working with children with SEND

Commitment, flexibility and energy.

Excellent behaviour management skills.

A knowledge of the EYFS/ Key Stage 1 & 2 National Curriculum and assessment.

Willing to undertake suitable training for your own professional development.

Happy to support the ethos of the school.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

Providing support to pupils to achieve learning goals e.g. leading phonic sessions.

Providing support to pupils with SEND

Assisting the teacher with the planning of learning activities.

Assisting in maintaining classroom discipline through the implementation of the school’s behaviour management strategies.

Assisting with the day-to-day routines of a classroom including the preparation of resources.

Assisting the teacher in monitoring pupils' responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed.

Visits to the school are welcomed.

For further information please contact Mrs Victoria Baker on 01384 389888

In our recent Ofsted (Nov 22), it was recognised that Brook continues to be a good school.

The full report from the inspection can be read below:

://rep orts.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/21/103778">Ofsted | Brook Primary School

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

Person Spec - Level 2 Teaching Assistant - July 25.pdf

Job Description - Level 2 Teaching Assistant - July 25.pdf

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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
  
  
  

We want to leave a legacy of a better future for the borough that reflects Dudley borough’s potential and harnesses the ambitions of the people we serve. For more information see our Council Plan www.dudley.gov.uk/council-community/plan-policies-and-strategies/council-plan , Dudley Borough Vision for 2030, Forging a Future for All www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk and key information about the borough and its communities at All about Dudley Borough www.allaboutdudley.info

Company Info

Website

http://www.dudley.gov.uk/

Telephone

01384 811300

Location

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

Council House

Priory Road

Dudley

West Midlands

DY1 1HF

United Kingdom