Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
16 Nov, 25
Salary
20906.25
Posted On
16 Aug, 25
Experience
0 year(s) or above
Remote Job
Yes
Telecommute
Yes
Sponsor Visa
No
Skills
Young People, External Agencies, Young Adults, Children, Liability
Industry
Education Management
ABOUT US
The Wenlock School opened in September 2018. We are a co-educational day school catering for pupils aged 7-18 with a range of complex needs including a range of social, emotional and mental health needs and also pupils who have been diagnosed with autism or demonstrate behaviours associated with autism.
You will contribute to making The Wenlock School an Outstanding provision and a leading light for our young people and their families. The uniqueness of every pupil is recognised and valued at The Wenlock School and our curriculum embraces the community, from which it exists, recognising and celebrating the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our growing cohort. Through our curriculum, we develop the essential knowledge, skills and understanding, which are the building blocks for later life.
Our curriculum encompasses not only the formal requirements of the National Curriculum, but goes beyond the experiences of the classroom to ensure that our pupils are exposed to the richest and most varied opportunities that we can provide. Our aim is to enrich every pupil’s school experience by creating an environment where they are encouraged to succeed and be the best they can be. We provide a therapeutic, supportive and inclusive learning environment and are committed to raising achievement and enabling pupils to recognise their potential.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
WHY JOIN ACORN EDUCATION?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
OUTCOMES FIRST GROUP IS COMMITTED TO CARRYING OUT A FAIR, THOROUGH AND EFFICIENT RECRUITMENT PROCESS IN LINE WITH KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE IN EDUCATION. WHILST WE AIM TO KEEP APPLICANTS INFORMED THROUGHOUT, OUTCOMES FIRST GROUP DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY FOR ANY LOSS OF EARNINGS OR OTHER ASSOCIATED COSTS INCURRED BY APPLICANTS AS A RESULT OF DELAYS OR CHANGES IN THE COMPLIANCE PROCESS. ALL STAGES OF THE COMPLIANCE PROCESS ARE SUBJECT TO NECESSARY SAFEGUARDING CHECKS AND COMPLIANCE WITH STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS, WHICH MAY AFFECT TIMESCALES.
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THIS ROLE DOES NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP.
As part of our continued growth, The Wenlock School is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and close-knit team in Dudley, West Midlands.
ABOUT THE ROLE
In this important role, you will work with individual pupils who require additional support due to a range of social, emotional, and learning challenges. These may include speech and language disorders, difficulties with expressive or receptive language, attention and concentration difficulties, challenging behaviour, and work avoidance.
While this is a predominantly education-focused role, you will also support families, carers, and the wider community, and work closely with key external agencies such as:
You’ll play a vital role in promoting not only academic learning but also personal development and well-being, both in and outside of the classroom.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES