At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students and promote positive behaviour in a fun, enthusiastic team.
- Company: Join Meridian Trust, a leading academy trust dedicated to quality education.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, career development, mental health support, and discounts.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a supportive environment with great growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while kickstarting your career.
- Qualifications: Good communication skills and experience working with young people.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.
Salary: Grade 7, Points 12 of the Meridian Trust Support pay scale.
Hours of work: 37
We are now looking to appoint a Student Support Assistant within our Pastoral Team who shares our core values which are set out clearly in the job description. This post will be a wonderfully rewarding experience for the successful candidate as they will be joining a supportive team which is well resourced and part of our wider Meridian Trust family.
Opportunity
A great chance to work with a strong, fun enthusiastic team providing administrative and pastoral support to the house leadership and promote positive behaviour of all students.
The ideal candidate
- Good educational background with excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience of administration background, education and working with young people
- Able to make positive relationships with children, parents, staff and outside agencies
- Positive and enthusiastic approach with the ability to work within a team as well as on own initiative.
- Knowledge of the need for confidentiality and awareness of child protection issues
- Flexibility of working hours, committed and reliable with excellent timekeeping
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
For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.
Closing date for applications: 19/06/2026
Interviews will be held on: 24/06/2025
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.
Student Support Assistant employer: Sharnbrook Academy
Meridian Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth and wellbeing of its staff, offering outstanding development opportunities and a supportive work culture. Located in a vibrant educational environment, employees benefit from a range of perks including mental health support, a cycle to work scheme, and discounts on everyday essentials, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of students and the community.
