At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people academically and pastorally in a nurturing school environment.
- Company: Specialist short-stay school in Sedgley, Dudley with a focus on individual care.
- Benefits: Full-time hours, ongoing training, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Small classes ensure personalised support for every pupil.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and help students re-engage with learning.
- Qualifications: Experience with challenging behaviour is a plus, but empathy and resilience are key.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them succeed? We are recruiting a Full-Time Mentor / Teaching Assistant to join a specialist short-stay school in Sedgley, Dudley. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a small, supportive environment where every child matters.
About the Role
- Start Date: ASAP
- Full-time position in a school with fewer than 35 pupils.
- Work in classes of less than 4 pupils, following a primary curriculum framework.
- Provide pastoral and academic support to help pupils re-engage with learning.
- Support students who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion, with the aim of reintegrating them into a permanent school placement.
Why This Role?
This school offers a calm, nurturing environment where staff are passionate about making a difference. Having worked with this setting for over 10 years, I can confidently say it’s a fantastic place to work. Staff describe it as welcoming, rewarding, and supportive.
Ideal Candidate
- Experience with challenging behaviour or additional needs (preferred but not essential).
- Resilient, empathetic, and committed to helping pupils succeed.
- Able to build strong, positive relationships with young people.
Benefits
- Full-time hours in a highly supportive setting.
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact on pupils' lives.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
Pastoral & Academic Support - Alternative Provision in Dudley employer: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Join a dedicated team at a specialist short-stay school in Sedgley, Dudley, where your passion for supporting young people can truly make a difference. With a focus on nurturing and a commitment to professional development, this role offers the chance to work in a small, supportive environment that values every child's potential. Experience a rewarding career where you can help students re-engage with learning and positively impact their lives.
Contact Details:
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
