Teaching Assistant Level 2

Lime Academy Orton; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lime Academy Orton is seeking an enthusiastic professional to support learners with complex needs. The role involves managing classroom environments and promoting inclusion, ensuring all students have the opportunity to succeed. Join a dedicated team committed to high-quality education and safeguarding children's welfare.

Qualifications

• Professional should be enthusiastic and motivated.
• Experience with children with complex needs is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with complex needs through tailored activities.
• Manage behavior in accordance with school policies.
• Assist in classroom management and organization.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Motivation

Ability to build relationships

Promoting inclusion

Job description

Lime Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising 8 schools across 10 locations in Peterborough and the London Boroughs of Havering and Waltham Forest. We have grown to include four primary schools and four all-through special schools, serving 2400 pupils with over 700 staff. Our core aims are:

• Ensuring learners are safe and enjoy learning
• Fostering an environment where everyone feels included, respected, and valued
• Providing an ambitious curriculum to prepare learners for life's challenges
• Recognising and investing in employee potential

The Trust’s vision is to deliver high-quality education through collaboration, guidance, high challenge, and support. Our values—Respect, Equity, Self-worth, Partnership, Enjoyment, Communication, and Trust—are central to our work.

We are dedicated to promoting staff well-being and offer a range of benefits and support systems, detailed in our recruitment brochure.

Role Overview:

We seek an enthusiastic, motivated, and ambitious professional to join us. The ideal candidate will contribute to delivering personalized learning that prepares students for their future. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting learners with complex physical, medical, and learning needs by implementing tailored activities and interventions
• Managing behavior in accordance with school policies
• Assisting in classroom management and organization
• Helping create a purposeful, orderly, and supportive learning environment
• Promoting inclusion and equal opportunities for all learners
• Building respectful relationships with students
• Collaborating with families and agencies to support learners
• Maintaining high expectations for academic and personal progress
• Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people

The successful candidate will be part of our support team, playing a vital role in delivering quality education.

Applications are reviewed upon receipt, and interviews may be scheduled before the closing date. Visits to our schools are encouraged; please contact the school office at 01733 391800 for more information or to arrange a visit.

Safeguarding Statement:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo Child Protection screening, including checks with previous employers and an Enhanced DBS check. References will be obtained prior to appointment.