Vacancy for Level 2 Teaching Assistant 

Orton Wistow Primary School

Salary:

Grade 5, Point 5 

£15,588.14

Hours:

26.25 hours a week will be worked 8.45-3.15 Monday to Friday , 39 weeks a year 

• A caring, inclusive school community with a strong team ethos.
• Supportive colleagues who value professional growth and wellbeing.
• Excellent relationships with families and a vibrant, engaged parent community.

• One position will be based in Early Years, where experience with this age group is desirable but not essential.
• Both roles involve working closely with teachers to support learning of all children including those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), nurture pupils’ development,  and help create an inspiring classroom environment.

The 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.

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: 09/01/2026

Interviews will be held on: 13/01/2026

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.