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Learning Support Practitioner - The Meadows School
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The Meadows School (Sandwell) (SIPS)
An exciting opportunity has arisen at The Meadows for a SEND Learning Support Practitioner. We are seeking a highly skilled, motivated and experienced person to join us.
We are looking for:
- A Learning Support Practitioner who has experience of working with students with complex and profound needs. Please note, full training will be given.
- 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 be committed to making a real difference to our students' learning outcomes.
- Is flexible and open to new ideas.
- Is a team player. Will fully support the ethos and aims of our schools.
- 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 which is tailored to the individual student's needs.
- A supportive and friendly team environment.
- A school that prides itself on providing professional development opportunities.
- A wide range of fantastic resources.
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Application Process
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 successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there.
Online Search
An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.
Commitment to Safeguarding
The Meadows School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff / volunteers to share this commitment.
Recruitment Process
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.
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This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
Equal Opportunities
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.
Further Information
Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website. You can visit our website: The Meadows School
Job 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.
This position may be based at either of the sites.
- Closing Date: Monday 31st August 2026.
- Shortlisting Date: TBC.
- Interview Date: TBC.
Informal Visits
Informal visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. They can be arranged by contacting Aleatheia Benjamin on 0121 569 7080.
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