SEN Teaching Assistant

Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust (DNEAT); North Elmham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational trust in East England is seeking a part-time SEN Teaching Assistant to provide support for a KS2 pupil at North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy. The role involves working under the direction of the class teacher, fostering a supportive relationship with the child. The position is part-time, covering 17.5 hours a week during term time, with a competitive salary range of £10,364 – £10,528 pro rata. Applicants should have a passion for working with children and the ability to support individual needs.

Qualifications

• Ideally experience in a similar role, but enthusiasm for working with children is vital.
• Ability to support the child’s needs and develop a positive relationship.

Responsibilities

• Support a KS2 pupil in the classroom under the direction of the class teacher.
• Use initiative to support the child’s needs and build a supportive relationship.

Skills

Experience working with children

Strong interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

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Responsibilities

• Support a KS2 pupil currently enrolled at North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy in the classroom under the direction of the class teacher.
• Use initiative to support the child’s needs and form a positive and supportive relationship with them.

Hours, Salary and Terms

• 17 ½ hours per week
• Part time
• Term time plus one week
• Hours: 8:45 am to 12:15 pm, Monday to Friday
• Salary: £10,364 – 10,528 actual pro rata, Scale D 5-6
• Fixed Term until 31 August 2026
• Start Date: As soon as possible

Requirements

• Ideally experience of working in this type of role; however, the successful candidate should be someone who enjoys working with children and can use their initiative.
• Ability to support the child’s needs and develop a positive relationship with the pupil.

How to Apply

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Closing Date and Interview

Closing Date: 16 October 2025. Interview Dates: TBC. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if sufficient applications have been received.

Safeguarding and Equality

The Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to full safeguarding checks and satisfactory references. The Trust’s safeguarding policy can be found on our website. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and requires an Enhanced DBS check; additional checks may apply.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.