Level 2 Teaching Assistant (SEN Support)

North Cambridge Academy; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Professional development / CPD机会

Initial Teacher Training support

Job summary

North Cambridge Academy in Cambridge is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant (SEN Support) to support children with SEND under the direction of the SENDCO, inside and outside the classroom. The role is 32.5 hours per week, term time only plus training days, within Meridian Trust.

The ideal candidate holds GCSE English or equivalent, understands how children learn, and can develop children’s self-esteem and motivation to become resilient, independent learners with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• GCSE English or equivalent background.
• Understands how children learn.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Adapt and deliver learning activities with SEND children as agreed.
• Mentor students and deliver social communication interventions.
• Motivate and engage students to reach their full potential.
• Encourage inclusion and acceptance of all students.
• Join a dedicated, enthusiastic team within Meridian Trust.

Education

GCSE English or equivalent

Job description

Vacancy for Level 2 Teaching Assistant (SEN Support)

Salary: Meridian Trust Grade 5, Point 5-7

Hours: 32.5 hours p/week - Term Time only plus training days.

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Teaching Assistant - SEN Support, who thrives on helping students realise their potential at North Cambridge Academy. Under the direction of the SENDCO, you will be supporting children with SEND needs, both inside and outside of the classroom environment.

Opportunity

• Take responsibility for adapting and delivering learning activities with SEND children, as agreed.
• Mentor students and deliver social communication interventions.
• Motivate and engage the students, to reach their full potential.
• Encourage and promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students.
• Join a dedicated, enthusiastic team, within a supportive MAT.

The ideal candidate

• Holds a good educational background with GCSE or equivalent in English Language.
• Understands how children learn.
• Is skilled at developing children’s self-esteem and motivation so that they become resilient, independent learners.
• Has excellent communication skills and is able to develop and sustain positive relationships with pupils.

About North Cambridge Academy

North Cambridge Academy opened in 2013 and since then we are a rapidly improving and expanding secondary school in Cambridge, at the heart of its diverse community, where every child is known, valued and supported.

Our school has been categorised as "Good" by Ofsted since 2015 and holds the Learning Outside the Classroom Gold Award, Gold Schools Games Mark and the International School Award.

North Cambridge Academy values are to ensure every child is supported to achieve in all areas at the highest level, and to empower every child to become a successful and confident learner with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed beyond the classroom.

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: Monday 23th November 2026 - 10am

Interviews will be held on: Shortly after this advert is closed

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.