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SalaryBrierley Hill Primary School is looking to appoint a Level 1 Teaching Assistant. We are a one-form entry school, catering for pupils from 3-11 years old. We are situated within the borough of Dudley, in the heart of the Black Country.
Brierley Hill is an area that faces many challenges for its young people but equally demonstrates a strong community spirit. The pupils, parents and staff are justly proud of our diverse heritage. Brierley Hill Primary has a strong sense of inclusion and our parents, pupils, governors, partners and staff form a vital part of our school community. We put our children at the heart of everything we do and are dedicated to providing them with a school environment in which they are safe, happy and learning. The wellbeing of our staff and pupils form an integral part of our school ethos and we value our staff, ensuring that they are well-supported and trained.
The role will require someone who has specific skills and experience. Key Features for all levels of Teaching Assistants are to implement agreed work programmes with individuals/groups and support teaching staff in the development and education of pupils including the provision of detailed and specialist skills/knowledge in particular areas.
As a team we work collaboratively, supporting each other, and as an excellent practitioner, you would lead by example. We are looking for people who:
- Are positive and relish the opportunity to make a difference in children’s lives
- Enjoy working work well as part of a team
- Are flexible and adaptable
- Work in a creative way to inspire and challenge children
You will be a vital part in making our school:
- a forward thinking and creative place to work
- an environment where children’s learning and development is at the centre of what we do
- a place where there is outstanding collaboration and professional development opportunities
In return we can offer:
- A vibrant and exciting work environment
- A friendly, welcoming and supportive team
- Happy and enthusiastic children who love to learn
- Working and planning alongside a strong team
- A creative approach to teaching and learning
We have high expectations of our pupils and believe that there are no barriers that we cannot overcome for them. We are continuing to develop our curriculum and there are professional development opportunities available to all staff.
All staff in school will be expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties in pursuance of raising pupil achievement. Any changes will take account of salary/ status/hours and will be subject to discussion, in accordance with the guidance note on contractual changes.
If you are ambitious and believe that our children can succeed, if you can embed compassion, pride and respect in your classroom, if you strive for excellence, we would love to hear from you.
For further information, please call on 01384 816980 or email info@brierley.dudley.sch.uk.
Visits to the school are welcomed.
It is a requirement that all our staff have an enhanced DBS check as we are committed to the welfare and safeguarding of all pupils and staff. All appointments are subject to detailed and satisfactory references and health-check being received.
So that we can demonstrate Dudley’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and to improve bias in the recruitment process that could create barriers for candidates. Your personal data will be anonymised when you apply, to ensure that you comply with our anonymisation process, please ensure you have removed your name and date of birth from any attachments prior to uploading them to your application.
Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough.
If you require support completing an online or paper application form and or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning on 01384 818 143 or acl@dudley.gov.uk who can support with Digital Skills and Job Applications.
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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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