Teaching Assistant
MERIDIAN TRUST, Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire
Teaching Assistant
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MERIDIAN TRUST, Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 4 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: ca2655629f12481195ec93a41ab26e8d
Location ref: Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire
Full Job Description
We currently have a vacancy for a passionate, creative and dedicated Teaching Assistant, who thrives on helping students realise their potential at Stratton School. You will work under the direction of the Class Teacher, to enable access to learning for students and to aid the Class Teacher in the management of students and the classroom. The Opportunity
- Supervise activities for small groups or 1:1, enabling all children to reach their potential.
- Encourage and promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students.
- Establish and maintain supportive relationships.
- Join a dedicated, enthusiastic team, within a supportive MAT.
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.
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.
Salary: Grade 4, Point 3-5 Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year., 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