1:1 Teaching Assistant

About this Role

Our school is proud to be part of Anthem Schools Trust, who together create ambitious and successful schools where every child thrives. Through the Trust, we provide high-quality professional development, coaching and leadership opportunities. This includes a number of specialist Trust-wide roles that offer talented teachers and leaders the opportunity to develop in their career and make an even bigger difference to children and young people.

Meadow Park Academy is a vibrant, welcoming school in the heart of a diverse community in the Tilehurst area of Reading, the county town of Berkshire.

We believe primary school days should be one of the most exciting periods of anybody's life, as new skills and knowledge are gained every day. Our teachers deliver an engaging curriculum both inside and outside the classroom, at our very own outdoor learning area, providing exciting experiences that make learning fun.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate Teaching Assistant to join this dedicated team.

Our children would welcome a Teaching Assistant who will nurture their potential, encourage aspiration and maximise their enthusiasm and willingness to learn. The successful applicant will be passionate about transforming the lives of children and bring with them an abundance of enthusiasm which can encourage engagement and commitment from our pupils. The ideal candidate must have a good standard of literacy, be adaptable and willing to be involved in all aspects of school life, have a calm manner and be able to work as part of a team.

Anthem Perks

At Anthem, we value our employees and are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive working environment. As part of our team, you’ll have access to Anthem Perks, which includes a range of fantastic benefits designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and financial security.

• Cycle Scheme – Get a new bike and accessories through our tax-efficient salary sacrifice scheme.

• Tech & Home Scheme – Spread the cost of the latest tech and home essentials through convenient payroll deductions.

• Corporate Health Cash Plan – Reclaim the cost of everyday healthcare, from dental check-ups to physiotherapy.

• Eye Care – Support towards eye tests and glasses for screen users.

• Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support for personal and work-related challenges.

• Employee Referral Scheme – Recommend a friend and receive a bonus when they join our team.

• Anthem Institute - Immerse yourself in amazing CPD opportunities for all roles, networking and learning from specialists in their field.

At Anthem, we believe in supporting our staff, fostering a positive workplace culture, and helping every team member thrive. Join us and enjoy these great benefits as part of your career with Anthem!

If you feel you have the skills and experience to support the pupils at Meadow Park, we would be delighted to hear from you. We welcome visits to the school and are sure you will experience our nurturing, welcoming atmosphere to get a taste of how rewarding your work will be.

Please contact David Phillips at the school to arrange a visit or further discussion at dphillips@anthemtrust.uk or telephone 0118 9375562

Further information can be found in the job description and person specification at the Meadow Park Career Site. Click here

Please note application should be made through the Meadow Park Career Site, we do not accept CVs.

Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis, with interviews arranged shortly thereafter. Please note that the vacancy may close earlier than advertised; therefore, early applications are strongly encouraged.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and require all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks which will, where applicable, include a health check, an enhanced DBS check, the Children’s Barred List check and satisfactory references.

Anthem will undertake a basic online check for all shortlisted candidates.

It is an offence for an individual who has been disqualified from working with children to knowingly apply for, offer to do, accept, or do any work in a ‘regulated activity’. The position advertised is a ‘regulated activity’.