Start date: 24 February 2025 Hours per week: 32.5, Term time only The Oaklands Primary School Dolphin Lane Birmingham B27 7BT Telephone number: 0121 706 2168 Contact email: recruitmentsummitlearningtrust.org.uk Contract type: Fixed term until 31 August 2026 in the first instance with the possibility of extension (funding dependent) Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement Success through Endeavour Ambition through Challenge Strength through Diversity We are currently seeking to recruit two enthusiastic, dedicated and hardworking teaching assistants to join our team at The Oaklands Primary School. Applicants should have at least NVQ level 3 teaching assistant qualification or equivalent. The successful applicants will be working with either year 1 and 2 pupils or year 4 and 5 pupils, who have ADHD and/or autism. The role will also include working with small groups of pupils and carrying out all related duties. The successful candidate will have proven experience of working with children with SEND needs, ideally from a primary setting. You will also have excellent communication skills with children, parents and professionals and a sound knowledge and understanding of effective teaching and learning. As part of the Summit Learning Trust, you will have bespoke professional development opportunities and the chance to develop and further your career. You will also have the opportunity to work with colleagues from across schools, sharing resources and good practice. The Oaklands Primary School is a 2-form entry Primary school in Acock’s Green Birmingham. Our Ofsted report (November 2018) has identified many positives within our school. “Leaders and the Trust are highly ambitious for the school.” Staff “feel valued and part of a strong team.” There is a “rich and engaging curriculum” in place that “stimulates pupils’ interests and their desire to learn.” Ofsted 2018 If you would like to be part of our journey to excellence, we would love to hear from you. We embrace and celebrate the diverse communities that make The Oaklands ‘who we are’. We believe that every child has the right to the highest possible standards in their education so that they are equipped with the skills they need to succeed in life. We are ambitious and aspirational for all our pupils and set high targets. We aim high because we know with the right opportunities, our pupils can do it. We take great pride in developing a caring, creative and safe environment for our pupils and we are passionate about providing a rich and varied curriculum that inspires curiosity and enquiry. Join us and you will be part of a fantastic team. We believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas and supporting each other to achieve great things. We are delighted to offer an opportunity to work within our supportive SEND Team, in which we aim to help students reach their full potential in a supportive environment. With a level 3 TA qualification as well as GCSE’s (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/5 or above/equivalent, you will have a real passion for supporting pupils with particular needs, as well as a desire to develop a pro-active and supportive culture throughout school. Are you our newest recruit? Are you ready to really make a difference and join us on our journey? For a full description of the role and person specification, please see the accompanying documents. If this role interests you, we would love to hear from you. Please contact the school office on 0121 706 2168 to arrange an informal visit and to meet our fabulous staff and pupils. Why work for us? We offer a range of wellbeing and work-life balance benefits to recognise and reward the essential contributions our colleagues make to our success and growth. These include access to: employee assistance programme high quality training and support in and across academies enabling career progression wellbeing Advocates lifestyle benefits and discount schemes, including gym discounts and cycle to work scheme health protection scheme alongside flu jab and eyecare vouchers generous employer pension schemes This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. How to Apply To apply please visit our website. Please note we do not accept CV’s This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references. Applicants please note: This post is not part of the City Council and the successful candidate will not hold a Birmingham City Council Contract of Employment. Please use the contact details in the advert for information on actual employment conditions. Rehabilitation of offenders: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. 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