Teaching Assistant Level 3 The Governors of Pens Meadow School are seeking to appoint several suitably qualified Teaching Assistants to join our highly successful and dedicated school team. Pens Meadow provides quality education for 110 pupils aged 4 to 19 with complex learning needs including medical conditions and autism. We are entering an exciting phase of development. We currently operate over two sites, a little over two miles apart. By Autumn 2025 a fantastic new school build will relocate the younger pupils to the Post 16 site. This will provide amazing opportunities for our pupils, including rebound and hydrotherapy. It will also bring increased capacity of an additional 40 pupils. Our staff team are committed to improvement, and we believe in high standards, team work and seeking the very best for every child in our care. The school was very pleased with the outcome of our most recent OfSTED inspection in December 2019. Have you got the skills we are looking for to contribute towards our drive to deliver outstanding provision? A comprehensive package of training and support is offered by the school to ensure that everyone has the skills required to prepare our pupils for the next stage of their life. Candidates should ensure that they complete the application fully, including providing a personal statement that is tailored to this role. CVs will not be accepted. Full education and employment history should be given, with an explanation provided for any gaps. Location: Pens Meadow School at Ridge Hill, Brierley Hill Road, Wordsley DY8 5ST and Pens Meadow School at Tiled House Lane, Pensnett DY5 4LN Hours: 32.5 hours (Term Time Only - 39 weeks per year) Salary: Grade 5, SCP 7 to 11 SEN 2 Allowance Actual Salary: £ 22,084.68 - £23,539.21 2SEN Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Candidates are strongly advised to read the school’s Safeguarding policy on our website. This post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Informal visits to the school are not available but we highly recommend you visit our comprehensive website at: www.pens-meadow.dudley.sch.uk Closing Date for applications: Interviews will be held on: All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their 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 Job Description and Person Specification.pdf