Level 3 Therapeutic Teaching Assistant

Vacancy for Level 3 Therapeutic Teaching Assistant

Salary:
Grade 6, Points 7

Hours:

35

• A fulfilling and rewarding role where you will be making a difference to children’s learning!
• Provide valuable support by liaising with specialist services on behalf of students.
• 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.
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or willingness to work towards this.
• 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

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.

• 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

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.