Teaching Assistant

Required as soon as possible 25 hours (Teaching Assistant Level 1 or 2) plus 6.25 hours (Midday Supervision) per week (term-time only) Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.15pm Actual Salary: £14,047 - £14,958 (Grade 4 Points 3 - Grade 5, Point 7) Meridian Trust Support Salary Scale (Level 1-2 Teaching Assistant). In addition, Midday Supervisor actual salary is £3,511 (Grade 3, Point 3) Meridian Trust Support Staff Salary Scale. This is an opportunity to make a real difference to the learning and progress of our pupils - this role is fixed term initially for one year, and will include one-to-one tutoring as well as supporting in our specialist provision, 'The Hive'. You will be adapting teaching resources, thinking of new ways to learn, being fun and creative in your approach and adaptable to children's needs. Our Teaching Assistants are highly valued in our school - you will work closely with our SENDCo and Teaching Assistant team to provide our children with the best possible educational opportunities and you will be part of a fantastic team! The role will also include a Midday Supervisor role during the children's lunch breaks. You will be responsible to the Headteacher. 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 The ideal candidate: Will possess GCSE English & Mathematics (Grade C/4) or above Will have experience of working with children, particularly in EYFS (although not essential) Possess outstanding communication skills and can work well in a team Can be adaptable and resourceful An understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues About Histon & Impington Brook Primary School Histon & Impington Brook Primary School is a busy and vibrant school where we encourage children to flourish across the curriculum and beyond. Our expectations are high and we are proud of all that our children achieve. We work very closely with our neighbouring Meridian Trust Primary School, Histon & Impington Park Primary School. 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