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 550 pupils. We are a dynamic and exciting school with a passion for making a difference and improving outcomes and achievement for every child.

Are you looking for a new challenge?

We are looking for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant (16.25 hours, mornings) who has what it takes to truly make a difference to children.  The purpose of this job is to initially support a small group of children within our Early Years setting.

Grade 3 SCP 3 - 4

Salary £9,109 - £9,461

To undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning and to assist a teacher in the management of children and the learning environment. To support teaching staff in the development and education of children including the provision of specialist skills as appropriate. Understanding and/or experience of the teaching of early reading through phonics.

Job Description and Person Specification for this position is enclosed within the application pack.

If possible, we would like you to visit Wren’s Nest, please contact school for the visiting time on offer or if you require further information about the position, please contact Michelle Wilkes at Wren's Nest Primary School.

Closing date for applications is:  Friday 24^th January 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 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.

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Attached documents
Application pack_ FT Level 2 Teaching Assistant_January 2025 EYFS.pdf