Level 2 Teaching Assistant (SEN Support)
North Cambridge Academy, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2JF9 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
19 January 2026 at 9am
Date listed
9 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £19,299.00 Annually (Actual)
Level 2 Teaching Assistant (SEN Support) job summary
Vacancy for Level 2 Teaching Assistant (SEN Support)
Salary: Meridian Trust Grade 5, Point 5-7 - Fixed Term until 31st August 2026.
Hours: 32.5 p/week
We have an exciting vacancy for a passionate and creative Teaching Assistant - SEN Support, who thrives on helping students realise their potential at North Cambridge Academy. This is an opportunity to make a real difference to the learning and progress of our pupils - you will work closely with our SENDCo, class teachers and the teaching assistants team to provide our children with the best possible educational opportunities. Under the direction of the SENDCO, you will be supporting children with SEND needs both inside and outside of the classroom environment.
Opportunity
- Take responsibility for adapting and delivering learning activities with SEND children, as agreed.
- Motivate and engage the students, to reach their full potential.
- Encourage and promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students.
- Join a dedicated, enthusiastic team, within a supportive MAT.
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.
Why Join Us?
At North Cambridge Academy, you will be part of a collaborative team that values integrity, respect, and safety. This is a great opportunity to make a real impact in a vibrant school and diverse community.
About North Cambridge Academy
North Cambridge Academy opened in 2013. 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 and valued, and that every child is supported to achieve in all areas at the highest level to empower every child to become a successful and confident learner.
Our school has been categorised as ‘Good’ by Ofsted since 2015 and holds the Learning Outside the Classroom Gold Award, Gold Schools Games Mark and the International School Award. Ofsted cited that pupils confirmed that the school’s pledges are at the heart of what makes North Cambridge Academy unique. Pupils at the school said that they feel safe, and they reported that they could talk to any member of staff if they had a concern. For more information about North Cambridge Academy please click here
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/.
For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.
Closing date for applications: Monday 19th January 2026 - 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.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About North Cambridge Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 689 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- North Cambridge Academy website
School location
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