Job Description

Vacancy for Level 1 Teaching Assistant at Great Ouse Primary Academy!

Salary: Meridian Trust Grade 4, Point 3-5 18,182.59-18,760

Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus 5 days).

This is a fixed term contract until August 2026.

Please submit your application form via MyNewTerm - https://mynewterm.com/jobs/144746/EDV-2025-GOPA-18389

This is a role with an opportunity to make a real difference to the learning and progress of our pupils, working to provide one-to-one and group support and teaching. You will be adapting teaching resources, thinking of new ways to learn, being fun and creative in your approach and adaptable to childrens needs. Our Teaching Assistants are highly valued in our school - you will work closely with our SENDCo and SEND team to provide our children with the best possible educational opportunities. An element of your duties will also include preparation of fantastic teaching resources/class displays.

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.

The ideal candidate

Holds a good educational background with GCSEs or equivalent in English Language and Maths. Has a strong understanding of 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 Great Ouse Primary Academy

Great Ouse Primary Academy is a school that thinks and dreams big for its pupils. Expectations are high for all who make up the Great Ouse Primary Academy community and these standards reflect the wonderful physical environment we have developed to enable children to flourish within and beyond the school walls. The staff at Great Ouse Primary Academy are committed to developing learners who are resilient, learners who are focused and learners who are aspirational in their goals; learners well prepared to be successful citizens of the 21st century.

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/.

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

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 Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 18,182.59-18,760.00 per year

Expected hours: 32.5 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/08/2025