Oak Tree SEND Unit Teaching Assistant Level 2

Wmjobs; Kingswinford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Dawley Brook Primary School is seeking an experienced L2 SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the Oak Tree SEND Unit. The role is part-time (30 hours per week) and term-time only, within a committed team dedicated to inclusion and safeguarding.

The post offers opportunities to contribute to extended SEND provision in a vibrant school community. Oak Tree SEND Unit serves EHCP pupils with communication and interaction needs, and the successful candidate will work under the guidance of

Qualifications

• We are seeking an experienced L2 SEND TA to join a support team.
• Role focuses on pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans in the Oak Tree unit.
• Ideal candidates will be committed to inclusive education and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support learners within the Oak Tree SEND Unit, focusing on communication and interaction needs.
• Work with the SEND team to implement strategies and promote inclusion.
• Assist with classroom activities and provide a safe, supportive environment.

Skills

Supporting pupils with SEND

Team collaboration

Commitment to inclusion

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

DAWLEY BROOK PRIMARY SCHOOL - OAK TREE SEND UNIT

L2 SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT ; PART TIME; 30 HOURS PER WEEK; TERM TIME ONLY

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated L2 SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT to join our highly qualified team of SEND teachers and support staff. This post attracts a SEND allowance

About Us: Dawley Brook Primary School is a one-form entry community primary school with a strong reputation for inclusion, care and high expectations. Working in partnership with our small but supportive community, we take collective responsibility for the success we expect of all stakeholders.

Oak Tree SEND Unit is a Local Authority-commissioned specialist provision for children with Education, Health and Care Plans identifying communication and interaction as their primary need. Oak Tree operates as an integral part of our inclusive school community: The highly inclusive culture is one of the standout features of Dawley Brook. Pupils who have struggled elsewhere thrive here (Ofsted March 2024).

We have had extensive Local Authority capital investment in our Oak Tree SEND Unit this summer, commissioning additional places and by January 2027, we will have 24 learners.

This is an exciting time to be joining our school and the successful applicant will be helping to shape our extended SEND provision within its new premises, working with an experienced team of staff. We are recruiting for a number of staff at different levels for the extended Base.

Website: Dawley Brook Primary School

Visits to the School are highly recommended. To book, please contact call 01384 818770 or email Mrs Safrany, our Business Manager on [e-mail]

Visit Dates:
1st October; 6th October; 13th October; 20th October at 4.30pm

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 dateshould we receive a large number of applications.