Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Ely College; Ely; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work

Pension scheme

Job summary

Meridian Trust is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to provide one-to-one and group support, adapting resources and engaging learners at Ely.

You will work closely with the SENDCo and SEND team to create engaging teaching resources and displays, with term-time hours (32.5 per week, 38 weeks) and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C (or above)
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND is beneficial
• Outstanding communication skills and teamwork
• Able to adapt, take on new ideas and think on their feet
• Understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils
• Adapt teaching resources and develop engaging learning activities
• Work with the SENDCo and SEND team to support learners
• Prepare teaching resources and classroom displays

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Teamwork

Communication skills

Adaptability

Safeguarding awareness

Education

GCSE English & Maths Grade C

Job description

Vacancy for Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Salary: Meridian Trust Grade 5, Points 5-7

Hours: 32.5 a week, 38 weeks

This is a role with an opportunity to make a real difference to the learning and progress of our pupils, working to provide one-to-one and group support and teaching. You will be adapting teaching resources, thinking of new ways to learn, being fun and creative in your approach and adaptable to children's needs. Our Teaching Assistants are highly valued in our school - you will work closely with our SENDCo and SEND team to provide our children with the best possible educational opportunities. An element of your duties will also include preparation of fantastic teaching resources/class displays.

The opportunity:

• A fulfilling and rewarding role where you will be making a difference to children's learning!
• A job that is fun, flexible, creative and will make you smile!
• An opportunity to use a range of skills in supporting children's learning and the curriculum
• Outstanding professional development opportunities for all our staff
• Valuable experience if you wish to go into teaching!
• Term-time only position - offering greater flexibility in work life

The ideal candidate:

• Will possess GCSE English & Maths Grade C (4/5) or above or equivalent
• Experience of supporting pupils with SEND of behaviour needs would be beneficial.
• Possess outstanding communication skills and can work well in a team
• Can be adaptable, take on board new ideas and think on their feet!
• An understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues

About Meridian Trust -

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher's pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

Closing date for applications: 14/10/2026

Interviews will be held on: TBC

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.