Wren’s Nest Primary School is based in the heart of the Black Country in Central Dudley. It is a successful school with a growing pupil roll of 520 pupils. We are a dynamic and exciting school with a passion for making a difference and improving outcomes and achievement for every child.
We have a skilled team of highly committed and professional teachers and leaders who work hard. However, there is always much to do and we are always reflecting, improving and developing our school.
Initially, this post involves supporting children with hearing, speech, and language difficulties, using Makaton, and assisting children with SEND/physical and cognitive delays and disabilities. The aim is to meet the severe and complex needs of specific pupils through individual, small group, and whole class activities and targeted interventions. The specialisms required include supporting children with hearing, speech, and language difficulties, including selective mutism.
Key Features:
1. To undertake work/care/support programmes while seeking a balance between inclusion and individual progression.
2. To develop access to learning across the curriculum and assist the teacher in managing pupils within the school.
3. To support teaching staff/SENCO in the development and education of pupils, including the provision of specialist skills as appropriate.
4. To support the nurturing approach to behaviour management.
32.5 hours per week, term time only, 39 weeks per year.
Grade 5 SCP 7 - 11
It is important to read the attached Application Pack.
If you have any queries, please contact the school at: 01384 818515 or email mwilkes@wrens-nest.dudley.sch.uk.
Closing date for applications is: Monday 24th March 2025.
Interview: Friday 28th March 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 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 that as part of the shortlisting process, schools and colleges should consider carrying out online 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 online check, and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at the 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.
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Attached documents:
Application pack_Level 3 Teaching Assistant_March 2025.pdf
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