Level 3 Teaching Assistant Full time – based in Pre-school 32.5 hours per week, term time only commencing 28 th April 2025 We are currently seeking a level 3 TA for our vibrant and dynamic 2-form entry Church of England school in the heart of the local community. With a clear vision of igniting passion, empowering learners and transforming the future, we are committed to providing an exceptional education to all of our pupils. The successful candidate will have a passion for education and a strong commitment to the personal development of pupils. We are looking for candidates who are not afraid to make mistakes, who are committed to doing what is best for their children in their care. We firmly believe as Ken Robinson said, “Childhood is not a rehearsal,” therefore every single moment matters and we must get it right. Are You? Trained as a level 3 TA? Committed to doing what you can to get it right for every child in your care? Creative in the way you approach new challenges? Excited by research and learning new things? Able to demonstrate composure through everything? Focused on your ‘why’ and able to think through the purpose of everything? Willing to incessantly model our school values, whilst always leading with integrity? Ready to dance into school every day? We can offer you: A creative and united team, willing to challenge the ‘status quo,’ who love working collaboratively across the year groups. A focus on wellbeing and workload as policy Development and research opportunities. The most supportive and wonderful community you could ask for. A chance to laugh every day. Music at the gates to get you in the dancing mood Visits are welcomed on the following dates/ times: Tuesday 4 th February at 10:00am Monday 10 th February at 9:30am Monday 24 th February at 4:00pm You may also look at our school website at: https://www.st-james.dudley.sch.uk/ for further information about our school. Please apply online. Closing Date: Tuesday 25 th February at 9:00am Interviews: Wednesday 5 th March – Time TBC 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 Teaching Assistant Level 3.pdf Level 3 TA advert.pdf