Classroom Assistant

Sapientia Education Trust; Attleborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Attleborough Academy is seeking a flexible Classroom Assistant to join its SEND Team and support a specific student in lessons, enabling access to learning and progression.

The role requires empathy, pro‑active enthusiasm, calm organisation and a commitment to young people. DBS clearance is a condition of employment and the post is permanent, term‑time plus one week.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a grade C / 4 in English and Maths GCSE.
• Understanding of the SEN Code of Practice and inclusive practice.
• Experience of working with SEND and vulnerable students.
• Knowledge of school curriculum and year group expectations.
• Experience of small group and 1:1 work with students.
• Experience of administrative and reprographic tasks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

ICT skills

Organisation

Planning

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Classroom Assistant

Location: Attleborough Salary: £19,966 - £20,645 (Pro Rata) Vacancy Type: Permanent, Term Time plus one week (32.5 hours per week)

We are seeking to appoint a flexible, resilient and hardworking Classroom Assistant to join the Academy’s SEND Team. The position will be linked to a specific student who will need help and support in lessons to be able to access their learning and make progress.

The SEND Team is a very close-knit and effective group of individuals who provide high quality and personalised care and support in the belief that this is key to student success and enjoyment during their time at the Academy.

The successful candidate will need to be flexible, resilient and hardworking and committed to the role. A natural empathy, caring nature and proven experience of working with vulnerable and challenging students is an advantage as such qualities are essential requirements to work in this challenging but extremely rewarding position. We ask that applicants be energetic, pro-active and enthusiastic as well as possessing a calm, organised and approachable character which is seen as an essential part of the role. You must have a clear commitment to working with young people and be able to set clear guidelines for them. The post offers a fulfilling opportunity to work responsibly with young people in the Academy.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The professional competencies expected of a Classroom Assistant are:

• The ability to communicate clearly and tactfully using appropriate methods and an awareness of the impact of your own communication on others;
• Able to maintain positive relationships with all and able to work as an effective and flexible part of a team; willing to change methods of work and routines to benefit the team;
• Be able to multi-task and work under pressure;
• Be flexible and resilient in managing and executing their daily responsibilities;
• Able to demonstrate strong planning and organisational skills;
• Willingness to accept responsibility for your own actions;
• The ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines and accept challenges.

Qualifications and experience required of a Classroom Assistant are:

• A minimum of a grade C / 4, or equivalent, in English and Maths GCSE.
• An understanding of the SEN Code of Practice and inclusive practice within a school setting.
• Experience of working with SEND and vulnerable students.
• Knowledge of school curriculum and the academic expectations of year groups;
• Experience of working in small groups and on a 1:1 basis with students.
• Experience of administrative and reprographic tasks.

Aptitude and Skills

• Effective ICT skills.
• Able to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities and create displays.
• Able to undertake administrative procedures to support the work of the teacher.
• Able to assist with the organisation of the learning environment.
• Good interpersonal and personal skills to inspire, motivate and support students.
• Good organisational and administrative skills which support the work of the teacher.

Personal Qualities

• Ability to follow and interpret instructions and guidance accurately.
• Able to plan, prioritise and organise own work schedule.
• Demonstrate reliability and integrity.
• A genuine concern to secure the educational progress of students irrespective of their background or ethnicity.
• Able to demonstrate a flexible approach to work which meets the needs of the students’ timetables.

Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing Monday 9 November 2026 and shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email with details of the arrangements. The post will be offered subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Monday 2 November 2026

Attleborough Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment