Specialist Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Greater Norwich seeks a passionate and adaptable Teaching Assistant dedicated to guiding learners with diverse educational needs. The position involves delivering personalized support, fostering a nurturing environment, and developing essential skills among students. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Join us to make a genuine difference in children's lives!

Benefits

Full access to CPD Academy with 15+ free courses

Competitive weekly pay

Continuous support from personal education consultant

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Qualifications

• Availability for a full-time role (Monday to Friday) preferred.
• Full, valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored assistance to students with additional learning needs.
• Create safe, welcoming environment that builds self-esteem.
• Design engaging lessons that promote teamwork and social development.

Skills

Compassion

Adaptability

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Job description

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Teaching Assistant – Championing Learners with Diverse Educational Needs (Greater Norwich Area)

Are you passionate about guiding young minds on their educational journey? Do you thrive in a supportive, inspiring environment where your efforts truly impact children’s lives? If so, we want to hear from you!

Our Norwich-based school is committed to fostering an inclusive, nurturing atmosphere where every student’s unique abilities are recognized and celebrated. We aim for excellence while ensuring personalized support empowers every child to succeed.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Delivering tailored assistance to students with additional learning needs.

Employing focused strategies to boost confidence, communication, and independence.

Teaching essential life skills alongside core literacy and numeracy.

Creating a safe, welcoming environment that builds self-esteem and belonging.

Designing engaging lessons that promote teamwork and social development.

Who We’re Looking For:

Compassionate and adaptable individuals comfortable in diverse learning settings.

Resilient professionals who proactively encourage positive behaviour.

Collaborative team players with strong interpersonal skills.

Dedicated learners eager to pursue ongoing professional development.

Full, valid UK driving licence.

Availability for a full-time role (Monday to Friday) preferred.

Ideal Candidates May Have Experience In:

Dementia or forensic care

Prison service or police work

Ministry of Defence roles

Other dynamic, people-focused professions

What We Offer:

Full access to Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy, featuring 15+ free specialist courses.

Competitive weekly pay, reflecting your experience and availability.

User-friendly digital tools for easy communication and administration.

Continuous support from your personal education consultant.

If you’re ready to bring empathy, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply now!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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