This is a term-time only role - 15 hours per week

Monday to Friday from 9am to 12 noon

Salary:  £8,696 - £8,974 (Actual Salary per year) Grade 5, Points 5-7  (Level 2 Teaching Assistant) 

This is a fixed term role until 31st August 2026 

Would you like a fulfilling job where you will be making a real difference? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our Teaching Assistant team at The Lantern Community Primary School!  You will be part of a very friendly team working on a one-to-one basis with a child to support their learning, providing structured support and targeted interventions within a positive learning environment.  This will be a varied role where you will need to be consistent and resourceful, adapting teaching methods to support the pupil's needs and celebrating successes along the way!

The opportunity:

 A fulfilling and rewarding role where you will be making a difference to children’s learning!

·        A job that is fun 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 – specialist training for all  Teaching Assistants

·        Valuable experience if you are considering a career in teaching!

·        Term-time only position - offering greater flexibility in work life

 The ideal candidate:

·        Will have achieved GCSE English & Mathematics Grade C (4/5) or above or equivalent 

·        Has a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or is working towards this)

·        Has experience of working with children in Key Stage Two

·        Possesses outstanding communication skills and can work well in a team

          Demonstrates a good understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues  

 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 including online GP service 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/. 

The Lantern Community Primary School is a busy and vibrant school based in the beautiful historic city of Ely and our aim is to ensure that children shine their light in each community they belong to.  Our curriculum enables the children to develop their own learning and shape their own understanding as they use prior learning to embed and secure new skills and knowledge. We are fortunate at the Lantern to have excellent facilities and a modern, bright school which facilitates the children’s learning opportunities.

Meridian Trust is a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities. Our proven approach over more than a decade has elevated us to a respected and admired academy trust, a national leader in education and a source of great pride to the communities we serve. The Trust currently operates 35 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. To find out more about the Trust, please visit: www.meridiantrust.co.uk

For more information about this role, please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Visits are warmly welcomed – please contact the school office at The Lantern Community Primary School on 01353 664174 or email office@lanternprimary.org to arrange an appointment.

 Closing date for applications: Wednesday 11th February by midnight

Interviews to take place on Week beginning 23rd February 2026

Please note that Meridian Trust may reserve the right to close the advert should a suitable appointment be made – early applications are recommended. 

Meridian 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.

Meridian 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.