Overview
Learning Support Practitioner - The Meadows School – The Meadows School (Sandwell) (SIPS). An exciting opportunity has arisen for a SEND Learning Support Practitioner. We are seeking a highly skilled, motivated and experienced person to join us. Full training will be given.
Responsibilities
* An enthusiastic person with real passion for working with children with SEND
* Has a passion for working and supporting children
* Has high expectations of pupils and is committed to making a real difference to our students\' learning outcomes
* Is flexible and open to new ideas
* Is a team player and will fully support the ethos and aims of our schools
* NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, BTEC, NNEB or equivalent
Qualifications
* Experience of working with students with complex and profound needs (full training will be provided)
* NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, BTEC, NNEB or equivalent
In return we can offer
* 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 students' needs
* A supportive and friendly team environment
* A school that prides itself on providing professional development opportunities
* A wide range of fantastic resources
Details
* Hours: 32.5 hours, Term Time plus 5 INSET days
* Grade: Grade D, SCP 9-17, £27,254 - £31,022 (Actual Salary, £21,361 - £24,943 p.a.) + SEN Allowance
* Location: The Meadows School, Dudley Road East, Oldbury, B69 3BU / Connor Road, West Bromwich, B71 3DJ
* Closing Date: 10th October 2025 9:30am
* Shortlisting: Week commencing 13th October 2025
* Interviews: Week commencing 20th October 2025
Safeguarding and Application
The Meadows School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff/volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a rigorous, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and all references obtained will be checked for authenticity and accuracy. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.
All references obtained will be checked upon receipt for authenticity and accuracy. You can visit our website: www.themeadows.sandwell.sch.uk
How to apply
Application forms are available below and should be returned to SIPS Education Ltd, 2nd Floor Guardian House, Cronehills Linkway, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 8GS or emailed to hr.recruitment@sips.co.uk. Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email. If you provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via email. If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox for correspondence.
Informal visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. They can be arranged by contacting Aleatheia Benjamin on 0121 569 7080.
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