Job Description

Job Introduction

We are seeking to employ a motivated, experienced practitioner with high standards of professionalism to work in our school. The successful applicant will have relevant qualifications, experience of working with children with differing needs and will join an existing team to support pupils when working in our setting. The ideal person will be trustworthy, reliable, flexible and able to work as part of a thriving happy team. He/she will have good organisational and interpersonal skills and be able to work under own initiative.
The role will support children within our Key Stage 2 classes, helping them engage with learning experiences whilst supporting their personal development.
We offer a warm welcoming school community, enthusiastic children, good professional development opportunities and very supportive colleagues.

Closing date for applications:

Wednesday 11th June 2025
We warmly welcome visits to the school, please contact the school office to make arrangements on 01384 818575.

The council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check.

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.


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