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. Currently, we operate over two sites, a little over two miles apart. By August 2025, a new school building will relocate the younger pupils to the Post 16 site, offering opportunities such as rebound and hydrotherapy, and increasing capacity by an additional 40 pupils.
Our staff are committed to improvement, high standards, teamwork, and seeking the best for every child. The school was pleased with our recent OfSTED inspection in December 2019.
Do you have the skills to contribute to our drive for outstanding provision?
We offer a comprehensive training and support package to ensure all staff can effectively prepare our pupils for their next life stage.
Applicants should fully complete the application form, including a tailored personal statement for this role. CVs are not accepted. Please provide full education and employment history, explaining 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: £18,420.50 - £20,143.70 + 2SEN
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Please review the school’s Safeguarding policy on our website. The post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check.
Visits to the school are not available; however, we recommend visiting our website at www.pens-meadow.dudley.sch.uk
Closing Date: Sunday 7th September 2025
Interviews: Thursday 18th September 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Applicants must provide proof of right to work in the UK. Dudley MBC does not sponsor candidates without this right.
From September 2022, KCSIE requires online checks as part of shortlisting to ensure candidate suitability for working with children. All shortlisted candidates will undergo an online check, and any concerns will be addressed either before or during interview.
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Attached documents: Job Description and Person Specification
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