HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT (HLTA) FULL TIME (37 HOURS PER WEEK) FIXED TERM CONTRACT UNTIL 31 DECEMBER 2025 TERM TIME ONLY (39 WEEKS) GRADE 7 POINT 18 £26614.81 (actual salary) Start date – As soon as possible Summerhill is a truly great place to be It is a vibrant, successful 11-16 community school with outstanding facilities, highly professional staff and students who are simply a joy to teach and have a thirst to learn. Ofsted (May 2024) described the school as “community and togetherness are at the heart of this wonderful school”. Our results are the best in the Dudley Borough; however, we are so much more than that. The opportunity for students to develop their character, profile and cultural capital is evident in everything that we do. School is founded via the ethos of care and our House system of four Houses, one family. The post-holder will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, driven team who deliver an outstanding provision through engaging lessons and exciting enrichment opportunities. We are looking to appoint an outstanding HLTA to provide 1:1 support to a year 8 student with severe social communication difficulties, complex learning needs and challenging behaviours, to access the year 8 curriculum. With your compassion and guidance, you will empower our student to learn and reach their highest level of independence, tailored to their complex needs, while preparing them for life beyond school or college. You will be fully supported by a skilled and dedicated team every step of the way. Our student uses alternative means of communication including Makaton, symbols or communications aids, often using a multi-sensory approach within a classroom. Yo-u may also work with some of our students who need personal care. You need to be determined to drive up standards, have a positive approach and be committed to making a difference. In return you will get to work in an innovative and supportive school. We have an inclusive culture which attracts, welcomes, celebrates, retains and develops fantastic people. We have high expectations for all students and staff and aim to be brilliant in all we do. We are looking for staff who share this vision A conversation with Anna Mohamed, SENCO, would be most welcome, please email Anna on amohamedsummerhill.dudley.sch.uk The above post requires an enhanced disclosure in accordance with the Protection of Children Act 1999. All applications will be considered on receipt, and we reserve the right to close the process prior to the advertised date. Closing date: Sunday 5 th January 2025 (midnight) Interviews are scheduled to take place on Friday 10 th January 2025. 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. 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 have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcingdudley.gov.uk If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance; https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/ If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue, then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcingdudley.gov.uk Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council’s full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at http://www.dudley.gov.uk/ LI-DMBC2019 Attached documents JD & Person Specification