Meridian Support Staff Pay Scales GRADE 7 point 12 to 19
Actual Annual Salary - 23,874 to 26765 Annually (Actual Salary)
37 hours per week - Monday to Friday. Term time plus 5 dedicated staff training days (39 weeks)
North Cambridge Academy is seeking to appoint a Student Support Assistant (SSA) who will inspire students to achieve their full potential. The SSA's provide support, encouragement and pastoral care to students, therefore it is crucial the successful candidate has an ability to engage with young people and cares about their welfare.
As an SSA you will be the first point of call for parents and carers, playing a vital link between home and school. A 'can do' attitude is essential in this fast-paced demanding support role, where all are passionate about the potential of young people and subscribe to the ethos that every child is known and supported.
SSA's work with parents, teachers, support staff and outside agencies to contribute to the progress of individual students. This varied role also includes overseeing the administrative functions of the House Office, such as student attendance and student reports, as well as offering support to the Senior Tutors. The successful candidate will need excellent communication, time management and team working skills as well as patience and resilience.
If you are the type of person who strives to meet the needs of every child and has a proven track record of successfully working with young people, then you would cherish this opportunity.
The opportunity
A great chance to provide administrative and pastoral support to students and the house leadership
To promote positive behaviour of all students.
To be part of team that strive to motivate students to achieve their best
The ideal candidate
Good educational background with excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience of administration background, education and working with young people
Able to make positive relationships with children, parents, staff and outside agencies
Positive and enthusiastic approach with the ability to work within a team as well as on own initiative.
Knowledge of the need for confidentiality and awareness of child protection issues
Flexibility of working hours, committed and reliable with excellent timekeeping
Adaptability to changing priorities and good initiative when dealing with challenging situations
About North Cambridge Academy
Our school opened in 2013 and since 2015 has been categorised as 'Good' by Ofsted. We are located in Cambridge and we are a growing school at the heart of its diverse community. North Cambridge Academy values are to ensure that every child is Hardworking, Ambitious, Creative, Confident and Kind. The school's purpose is to ensure every child is known, valued and supported to achieve in all areas at the highest level, to empower every child to become a successful and confident learner.
Our school holds the
Learning Outside the Classroom Gold Award, Gold Schools Games Mark
and the
International School Award.
Recently, North Cambridge Academy has become a
Trauma-Informed 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 -
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
To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.
Closing date for applications: Monday 16th June 2025 - 9am
Interviews will be held on: TBC
Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced.
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.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: 23,874.00-26,765.00 per year
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 16/06/2025
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