Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Vacancy for Level 2 Teaching Assistant Salary: Meridian Trust Grade 5, Point 5 £8,696.09 Hours: 15 Hours a week 8.45am - 12.00pm (Monday-Friday) We have an exciting vacancy for a passionate and creative Teaching Assistant, who thrives on helping students realise their potential at Orton Wistow Primary School. Under the direction of the SENDCO, you will be supporting children needs both inside and outside of the classroom environment. The Opportunity Take responsibility for adapting and delivering learning activities with children, as agreed. Motivate and engage the students, to reach their full potential. Encourage and promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students. Provide personal and intimate care to students including tasks associated with continence and menstrual management, washing, toileting and dressing. 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 Orton Wistow Primary School - Orton Wistow Primary School is a primary school in the heart of Orton Wistow in Peterborough. Our PRIDE code (Polite, Respect, Independence, Do Your Best and Everybody Matters) underpins everything we do at Orton Wistow Primary School. It is these values that ensure our pupils become well-rounded citizens who will go on to make a positive contribution to society. Along with our Learning Tools (Responsibility, Resilience, Perseverance, Concentration and Teamwork) we instil in our pupils a love of learning that they will take with them into the future. The safety, support, happiness and education of the children who attend our school are our priorities. We continue to build on our success each year, never standing still and always looking for what will make a positive difference for our pupils. Our curriculum reflects the needs of our learners and has been developed by the experienced and passionate staff that work here. We focus on the key knowledge, skills, understanding and vocabulary the children will need in each subject, building on the previous year’s learning as they move through the school. The amazing community and dedication from all groups associated with the school - staff, governors, parents and the pupils - contribute to our aim of developing the whole child within and beyond the curriculum. We work together to motivate our learners, always encouraging their creativity and curiosity. 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 pr