Higher Level Teaching Assistant Location: Cambridge Salary: A GBP 23,874 : A GBP 26,765 per annum (A GBP 31,548:A GBP 35,369 FTE) Hours : 32.5 per week The Academy is a state of the art, Area Special School that opened in Northstowe, Cambridgeshire, in 2020. Recently graded as Outstanding by Ofsted in all 4 areas, they cater for children and young people aged 3 to 19 who have a range of complex and significant learning needs in the area of cognition and learning (with other co:occurring conditions). This covers a wide range of needs including learners with autistic spectrum condition and those with complex physical and sensory impairments. All pupils will be provided with an exciting, balanced education which will be appropriately paced and designed to meet their individual education needs. Since opening, the Academy has forged strong link with its community. The school is situated on the same site in Northstowe at the Northstowe Learning Community, also part of Trust. This allows opportunity for collaboration between pupils and staff from the Academy and other schools in Trust. The Role They have an exciting opportunity for new SEND HLTAs to join the Academy. Due to expansion and growth of the school, they have an exciting opportunity for HLTAs to join their fantastic SEND team. They are seeking candidates with experience in SEND or those interested in developing their skills in this area. The Opportunity: * A great chance to work with a strong, fun enthusiastic team. * To create and maintain an inspiring, appropriate, safe and stimulating learning environment. * To promote the well:being and holistic educational progress of all pupils, through a variety of teaching styles. * Be active in promoting their visions and values and supporting their ethos for achievement for all and high standards. The Ideal Candidate * Commitment to and evidence of continuous improvement and ones own professional development. * Excellent track record of pupil outcomes. * Be a team player, with a can do solution focused attitude. * Possess outstanding communication skills and personal integrity. * The interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and professionally with staff, pupils, parents and others. About Meridian Trust The 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. Benefits * 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 their dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT) * Support for mental health and wellbeing through their Employee Assistance Programme and other resources * Cycle to work scheme * Defined benefit local government or Teachers 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 If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Trust, please do not hesitate . The 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 comm