About this Role
Required to start as soon as possible
Trumpington Park Primary School has vacancies for Teaching Assistant staff - these are term-time only roles with brilliant opportunities.
Positions available: -
32.5 hours (Teaching Assistant) and 5 hours (Midday Supervision) per week. Part-time roles may also be considered.
Actual Salary: £18,841 - £19,445 (Grade 5, Points 5-7) Meridian Trust Support Salary Scale (Level 2 Teaching Assistant). This salary is based on 32.5 hours per week.
In addition, Midday Supervisor actual salary is £2,766 - £2809 (Grade 3, Points 2-3) Meridian Trust Support Staff Salary Scale. This salary is based on 5 hours per week.
These are opportunities 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 part of a fantastic team of teaching and support staff You will be adapting teaching resources, thinking of new ways to learn, being fun and creative in your approach and adaptable to children's 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. You will be responsible to the Headteacher.
The opportunity:
• A fulfilling and rewarding role where you will be making a difference to children's learning
• A job that is fun, flexible, creative 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
• Valuable experience if you wish to go into teaching
• Term-time only position - offering greater flexibility in work life
The ideal candidate:
• Will possess GCSE English & Mathematics Grade C (4/5) or above or equivalent
• Experience of supporting pupils with SEND and/or behavioural needs
• Possess outstanding communication skills and can work well in a team
• Can be adaptable, take on board new ideas and think on their feet
• An understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues
Trumpington Park Primary School is a modern school with excellent facilities serving a new community amid a wealth of exciting and inspiring opportunities. Trumpington Park Primary School is ideally situated within easy access of the M11 motorway, guided busway and close to Cambridge city centre. Our staff work together to provide a friendly, caring and safe community enabling children to flourish in their learning as well as supporting their physical, social and health development and education.
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
For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below. It would be helpful if you could clarify in your supporting statement on the application form whether you wish to apply for the full-time role or if you wish to be considered for a part-time position (please specify the maximum number of hours you could work).
Closing date for applications: Monday 17th November 2025 by 9am
Interviews will be held: Rolling interviews will be held as applications are received. Early applications are recommended.
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.