Level 2 Teaching Assistant Due to one of our committed members of staff moving on, 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. The position has a start date of 1 September 24. 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. Salary: Grade 3 Hours: 13 hours per week (2 days a week), term time only (39 weeks) Closing date: Monday 1 July 2024 Fixed Term : until 31 August 2025 Shortlisting week commencing: Monday 1 July 2024 Interviews to take place week commencing : Monday 8 July 2024 You will need to demonstrate: Your ability to work as part of a very enthusiastic team. 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. 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 NB. We reserve the right to close vacancies before the advertised date if a large number of applications have been received. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply using the online application form; ensuring that your letter of support outlines your suitability to the job & person specification. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced disclosure check. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are not subject to disclosure to employers, and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. The Brook Primary school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We would encourage applicants to read our Safeguarding Policy: Brook Primary School CP Policy 2023 24.pdf We are committed to Equal Opportunities. In compliance with Dudley's policy on obtaining employment references, applicants must use their most recent employer as a reference and provide another reference from a previous employer or college. Character references and testimonials are not acceptable. References must cover the complete 3 year period prior to application. Failure to provide suitable references may result in an application being withdrawn. References are to be collected before interview. 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. 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The Council’s full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at http://www.dudley.gov.uk/ LI-DMBC2019 Attached documents Job Description - Level 2 Teaching Assistant (2 days) - Fixed Term.pdf Person Spec - Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Fixed Term.pdf