Position
Learning Support Practitioner (SEND)
Location
The Meadows School, Dudley Road East, Oldbury, B69 3BU/Connor Road, West Bromwich, B71 3DJ. Position may be based at either site.
Hours
32.5 hours, Term Time plus 5 INSET days
Grade and Salary
Grade D, 9-17, (£27,254 - £31,022). Actual salary, £21,361 - £24,943 p.a. + SEN Allowance
Key Qualifications and Attributes
* Experience working with students with complex and profound needs.
* Enthusiastic person with real passion for working with children with SEND.
* Passion for working and supporting children.
* High expectations of pupils and commitment to making a real difference to students' learning outcomes.
* Flexible and open to new ideas.
* Team player who fully supports the ethos and aims of our schools.
* NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, BTEC, NNEB or equivalent.
Benefits
* Competitive salary including SEN allowance.
* Pension scheme.
* Flexible working opportunities.
* Employee rewards.
* Excellent professional development opportunities.
* Regular support and supervision.
* Staff support (Mental health first aid, Occupational Health Service, Employee Assistance Programme with access for your whole family, Staff Briefings and events, etc.).
* A creative, flexible curriculum tailored to individual student needs.
* A supportive and friendly team environment.
* A school that prides itself on providing professional development opportunities.
* Access to a wide range of fantastic resources.
Requirements
All applicants will be subject to a rigorous, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and references will be checked for authenticity and accuracy. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. Applicants barred from working with children must not apply. The post requires fluent spoken English.
Equal Opportunities
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.
Closing Dates
* Closing Date: Sunday 1st May 2026.
* Shortlisting Date: w/c 11th May 2026.
* Interview Date: w/c 18th May 2026.
Contact
Informal visits are welcomed and can be arranged by contacting Aleatheia Benjamin on 0121 569 7080.
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