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Learning Facilitator
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Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council
Permanent
Hours
33.67 hours per week, Term Time only - 39 weeks per year
Salary
Grade 5 £20,740 to £22,606 per annum plus SEN
The Role
The role of the Learning Facilitator is key to the success of our school. Working closely under the guidance of teaching staff you will work with individuals and groups of pupils in or out of the classroom including the provision of detailed and specialist skills/knowledge in particular areas.
In addition, as a Learning Facilitator, you have the opportunity to assist the teacher in the whole planning cycle and supervise whole classes or groups during the short-term absence of a teacher. The role is hugely important in helping our pupils strive for success, overcome their personal challenges, and achieve their potential. It is therefore not only challenging and hard work but also immensely rewarding.
Key Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
- Other relevant qualifications, for example Level 3 Award / certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
- Very good numeracy and literacy skills
- Training and accreditation in relevant “specialist” areas beneficial to the school, e.g. a particular curriculum area or learning area (e.g. science, maths, bi-lingual, SEND, behaviour)
Skills & Experience
- Demonstrable experience of working with or caring for children of a relevant age
- Full working knowledge of School policies and procedures relating to health and safety, behaviour, attendance, equal opportunities, and child protection
- Working knowledge of the national curriculum and other basic learning programmes/strategies
- Understanding of the principles of child development and learning processes
- Experience of supporting teaching staff in the development and education of pupils, including the provision of specialist skills and knowledge
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School Visits
We are keen for prospective applicants to come and have a look around our wonderful school. On Tuesday 10th March 2026, at 9am, we are therefore able to host visits around the school to see 'safe, happy, learning - towards independence' in action. Please contact the school to confirm attendance should you wish to visit.
Application Details
- Closing date: 25th September 2026 at 12 noon
- Interview date: TBC
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.
Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out online searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an online check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.
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N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.
Application Process
Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy; online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough.
If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk.
If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance; https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/
If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue, then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk.
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Attached Documents
- Learning Facilitator JD and Pers Mar 26.docx
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