Teaching Assistant (L2) / St James Academy

Every; Dudley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

St James Academy in Dudley is seeking a Teaching Assistant (Learning Level 2) to support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4 within a modern, inclusive secondary school setting. The post is permanent and part-time, with a 32.5-hour week over 39 weeks per year and a salary in the £19,726.26–£20,037.90 range.

The successful candidate will work under the guidance of senior staff, helping to deliver targeted support and contribute to high standards of learning and wellbeing for our students.

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Job description

Teaching Assistant (L2) / St James Academy (St James Academy)

Salary: Grade 3 / 32.5 hours per week / 39 weeks per year / £19,726.26 - £20,037.90

Contract Type: Permanent

Education Phases: Secondary;

Job Roles: Teaching Assistant;

Working Patterns: Part-Time;

Key Stagess: Ks3, Ks4;

Application Deadline: Sunday, 18th October 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Expected Working Start Date: TBC

Is a Shared Job: No

About us

St James Academy is an increasingly popular secondary school in central Dudley. We are proud of our diverse school community and are committed to providing the very best opportunities for all our students and staff. We are continuing to build on a strong culture of success. The academy has recently achieved it's best examination results ever, which is now in line with national averages.

In June 2024, the Academy was judged as 'Good' by Ofsted. The academy was described as 'an inclusive and welcoming school. Pupils are courteous and polite'. St James continues to strive to provide even greater life chances for learners at the academy.

The Trust recognises that our staff are our most value asset and investing in our people is a key strategic priority. An extensive program of staff development is operated within school and across the Trust, and this is extended to senior and middle leaders, aspiring leaders, and teaching and associate staff.

You will be joining St James at an exciting time as we continue our journey to provide first class education for the young people of Dudley

Closing date is Sunday 18th October 2026.

School visits and informal conversations are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting Mrs Cartwright at [e-mail].

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised.

All successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure and barring service check and children and adults barred list checks, where the applicant will be employed in a regulated activity.

Dudley Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including disabled, and black and ethnic minority applicants.

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Dudley Academies Trust is fully committed to prioritising emotional health and wellbeing for all employees. We support our employees to make positive choices for their own wellbeing and encourage an open and understanding culture across and between all roles in the Trust. Our Employee Assistance programme offers 24/7, free legal, financial and counselling provision to all staff. Please see the attached wellbeing charter for further information.