Teaching Assistants

MERIDIAN TRUST; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

On-site parking

Cycle to work

Pension scheme

Job summary

Meridian Trust is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with learning needs across our schools. You will provide one-to-one and small group assistance, adapt resources, and help create engaging displays.

The role is term-time only, with opportunities to develop through our CPD programme and ITT support. You will work closely with the SENDCo and SEND team to help all children access high-quality learning.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND is beneficial.
• Term-time only position.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Safeguarding awareness is important.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Adapt teaching resources and develop new learning ideas.
• Collaborate with the SENDCo and SEND team to support learners.
• Prepare teaching resources and classroom displays.
• Support safeguarding and create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Pupil support

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

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 childrens 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
  Will possess GCSE English & Maths Grade C (4/5) or above or equivalent
• Experience of supporting pupils with SEND of behavior 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
  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. 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