Vacancies

Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Grade A £24,796 - £28,142 (FULL SALARY)

Subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review” by the salary/Grade

36.50 hours per week

Permanent, Term Time only

Expected Start date: As soon as possible

 

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support our pupils in class, individually and in small groups. You will be committed and enthusiastic about helping young people reach their potential. You will be joining an experienced, dedicated SEND team and will work closely with pupils to provide high quality academic intervention and mentoring to support learning and progress. You will be confident, with a talent for inspiring and encouraging others. Ideally you will have a strong academic background, with excellent literacy & numeracy skills (Grade C or above at GCSE or equivalent) in order to be able to offer dedicated and subject-specific support. Previous experience of working in a school or SEND is advantageous, or alternatively any work supporting young people outside of the classroom.

 

 

In return, we can offer you:

• A caring and happy community that always puts our young people first
• A supportive environment that takes an active interest in your professional development and personal wellbeing.
• A highly supportive Senior Leadership Team
• Access to a wide range of CPD courses
• Use of a school laptop
• Access to the local government pension scheme
• 24 hours access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• A strong and supportive Governing Body
• Classrooms equipped with projection and interactive capabilities
• A well-equipped staffroom
• Free on-site car parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Birmingham City Council reward scheme

 

Closing date for application: Tuesday 14th April 2026 at 12pm

Interviews: To be confirmed

We do not accept CVs. Applications will only be considered if submitted with a fully completed application form.

 

 

Safer Recruitment

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable): qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.

Safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of students.

 

References

All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

 

Short-listed candidates

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates.

 

Rehabilitation of Offenders

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2000. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

We encourage visits from prospective candidates to meet members of our school community and experience our school at first hand. If you would like to arrange a visit, please contact Mrs N. Panton via email: HR@hodgehgs.bham.sch.uk

 

 

Teaching Assistant Applicant Pack

Support Staff Application Form

Equal Opportunities Monitoring

Lead Exams Invigilator

£14.32 per hour

Casual Contract

From May 2026

 

We are currently recruiting for lead exam invigilators who can promote a supportive atmosphere for all our pupils during their examinations. Under the guidance of the Examinations Officer you will start, oversee and finish examinations as necessary. You will be assisting in the preparations of the exams venue, completion of relevant paperwork and the monitoring and management of conduct during internal and external examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ). You will play a key role in upholding the integrity of all external examinations/assessments process. Hours will vary, with the bulk of GCSE examinations falling in May and June. However, additional examinations take place throughout the year. The successful candidates will be dedicated and responsible individuals who can be relied upon to be punctual, professional and assist in all aspects of the daily administration of examinations. You may also be required to act as 'readers' and 'scribes' for learners with special educational needs. Previous experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

 

Lead Invigilator duties – This list will be updated regularly in line with the needs of the school:

• Setup the Boxes for each exam room
• Create/update folders for each room

1. Setting up the exam’s rooms, putting posters, clocks, information on the wall. Taking all the posters down and putting them away at the end of the exam.
2. Responsibility of taking the completed register to Attendance Office within 10 minutes of the exam starting or ensuring another Invigilator takes the register down to the Attendance Office

• Read JCQ Instruction at the start of the exam

1. Checking JCQ instructions and amend the fire evacuation instructions for their examination room

• Lead and setup for the next exam. Making sure all resources are added accordingly

1. Invigilator Allocation checking
2. Checking exam papers
3. Second Pair of Eyes form
4. Seating Plan Displays (Foyer)
5. Checking/creating packs for Certificates. Helping with certificate distribution
6. Printing, photocopying, supporting the Examinations Officer with any additional exam support
7. GLS Assessments
8. Checking Handbooks/Policies for students/staff/invigilators

• In the absence of the Exams Officer to support the Cover person with examinations process.

 

 

Closing date for application: Monday, 13th April 2026 at 12pm

Interviews: To be confirmed

We do not accept CVs. Applications will only be considered if submitted with a fully completed application form.

 

 

Safer Recruitment

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable): qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.

Safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of students.

 

References

All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

 

Short-listed candidates

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates.

 

Rehabilitation of Offenders

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2000. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

We encourage visits from prospective candidates to meet members of our school community and experience our school at first hand. If you would like to arrange a visit, please contact Mrs N. Panton via email: HR@hodgehgs.bham.sch.uk

 

 

Lead Exams Invigilator Applicant Pack

Support Staff Application Form

Equal Opportunities Monitoring

Exams Invigilator

£13.03 per hour

Casual Contract

From May 2026

 

We are currently recruiting for exams invigilators who can promote a supportive atmosphere for all our pupils during their examinations. Under the guidance of the Examinations Officer you will start, oversee and finish examinations as necessary. You will be assisting in the preparations of the exams venue, completion of relevant paperwork and the monitoring and management of conduct during internal and external examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ). You will play a key role in upholding the integrity of all external examinations/assessments process. Hours will vary, with the bulk of GCSE examinations falling in May and June. However, additional examinations take place throughout the year. The successful candidates will be dedicated and responsible individuals who can be relied upon to be punctual, professional and assist in all aspects of the daily administration of examinations. You may also be required to act as 'readers' and 'scribes' for learners with special educational needs. Previous experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

 

Closing date for application: Monday, 13th April 2026 at 12pm

Interviews: To be confirmed

We do not accept CVs. Applications will only be considered if submitted with a fully completed application form.

 

 

Safer Recruitment

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable): qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.

Safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of students.

 

References

All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

 

Short-listed candidates

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates.

 

Rehabilitation of Offenders

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2000. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

We encourage visits from prospective candidates to meet members of our school community and experience our school at first hand. If you would like to arrange a visit, please contact Mrs N. Panton via email: HR@hodgehgs.bham.sch.uk

 

 

Exams Invigilator Applicant Pack

Support Staff Application Form

Equal Opportunities Monitoring