The Brades Lodge (part of Shenstone Lodge School) Teaching Assistant Required (SEMH Special School) Salary: Grade 6 (£26,409 - £29,093 FTE) 32.5 hours per week, whole year NB this is a very competitive salary as the position is not subject to ‘pro rata’ like many TA vacancies We are seeking to appoint friendly, approachable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our existing Team at The Brades Lodge School, Tividale, Oldbury B69 2HF. You will be calm under pressure, resilient, confident, curriculum aware and have experience of successfully managing and supporting older students who can exhibit behaviours that challenge. The school holds the nationally acclaimed Best Practice Teaching Assistant Award, which demonstrates our commitment to supporting TAs as a professional and fully integrated part of the school team. We offer : Small class sizes approx. 8 students. A supportive, friendly and motivated staff team. High quality, relevant and meaningful CPD. Opportunities for further career development and potential support in to teaching. Work in a caring, nurturing environment where the wellbeing of both pupils and staff is a priority The successful applicant will receive bespoke training (depending on experience) to develop knowledge, skill sets, understanding and effectiveness. This ensures that we offer the best educational and pastoral support for our Secondary age students. For an informal conversation about the post and to arrange a school visit (highly recommended) please contact : scott.wortonshenstonelodge.co.uk Closing Date: 10/01/2025 Interview Date: wk beg. 13/01/2025 Location: The Brades Lodge School, Lower City Road, Tividale, Oldbury B69 2HF Start Date – as soon as possible following all recruitment requirements (DBS, References etc) Application forms and details of the post can be obtained from: www.shenstonelodge.co.uk or via https://mynewterm.com/jobs/599933718/EDV-2024-BL-02074 Shenstone Lodge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A s part of the shortlisting process, the school will undertake an online search as part of our due diligence which may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the school or college might want to explore with the applicant at interview.