Job introduction “Pupils are proud to be part of this inclusive school community. They understand the school’s values of respect, honesty, kindness, strength and responsibility. Pupils demonstrate these through their exceptional behaviour, conduct and attitudes to learning.” Ofsted June 2024 "Learning for Life" Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery Roderick Avenue North, Peacehaven, East Sussex BN10 8BZ Headteacher: Claire Westcott SEND Facility Teaching Assistants REQUIRED February/March 2025 HOURS: 31 Hours 40 minutes a week (Monday to Friday 8.35am - 3.25pm) Fixed Term Contract We are looking for two enthusiastic and highly motivated people to join us at Meridian Community Primary School as Teaching Assistants in our SEND Facility – a specialist classroom for children with a primary diagnosis of autism. About the role The successful candidates will: enjoy working with and caring for children be highly motivated and keen to learn be willing to work effectively as part of a team We can offer you: training that will support you in your role children that are enthusiastic and eager to learn a strong, supportive and committed staff team opportunities to develop your professional skills If you are a graduate that is thinking about becoming a teacher and you would like the opportunity to have paid work experience in a school before applying for teacher training, this would be a chance for you to gain valuable experience to support your application for teacher training. Visits are welcome or please visit our school website www.meridianschool.co.uk For application forms and information packs please contact the school office. officemeridian.e-sussex.sch.uk Closing Date: 12 noon Monday 3rd February Interviews: Thursday 6th February and Friday 7th February Meridian Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please ensure you apply with the ESCC application form attached below and return direct to the school. Additional information Company information Brighton & Hove City Council is advertising on behalf of the school and is not the employer in this case. Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.