Teaching Assistant Contract: permanent, 27.5 hours per week, Term time only 4 TED days Salary: TA1 to TA2 dependent on experience. As part of Bordesley MAT, Birchensale Middle School works closely with Trinity High School, Woodfield Academy and Holyoakes Field First School in a very localised MAT focusing on the development of children in Redditch. Working together as part of the three-tier system we aspire to improve the educational offer for the local community. Birchensale Middle School is a popular 5-form entry middle school with pupils on roll aged 9-13 years. We are a happy, vibrant learning community, with high aspirations for the children in our care and the staff team that supports them. We are looking to recruit a teaching assistant who is personable, friendly and proactive. The successful applicant will share our inclusive ethos, be hardworking and committed to improving outcomes for our pupils. The essential attributes are: Common sense and a desire to see young people learn; The ability to relate to young people; A commitment to professional development; The self-confidence to support students in a classroom environment Birchensale Middle School can offer: Hard-working and highly committed staff who share a common sense of purpose and high expectations of what students can achieve. A supportive school as your employer that are strongly committed to providing high quality CPD and career progression. The opportunity to work with ambitious and inspirational leaders. A staff wellbeing package, including Employee Assistance Package, Bike to Work Scheme, Kiddi Vouchers. For further information, please contact Rachel Smith, on smithra@birchensale.bmat.co.uk or 01527 68430 If you wish to apply, please click the following link Teaching Assistant, Worcestershire - Tes Jobs Closing Date: Friday 27th September, 12 noon NOTES: Only applications submitted via the TES portal will be considered. CVs and open references are not acceptable. The successful candidate must meet the person specification in full in order to be offered the post. Bordesley MAT is an equal opportunities employer. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and criminal background check via the disclosure procedures. Also as per The Department for Education Statutory guidance, in accordance with the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” legislation latest version that came into effect on 1st September 2022, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Bordesley MAT is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of its pupils and staff and we aim for the highest standards in safeguarding procedures. We expect all staff to share and promote this commitment.