SRB Teaching Assistant

Bluebell Primary School; Norwich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluebell Primary School is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support pupils in an SRB unit for autistic spectrum pupils. The role is 32.5 hours per week, term time plus one week, permanent, with scale E9-E11 and pro-rata salary.

You will use inclusive approaches, work with pupils with diverse learning needs, and collaborate with a supportive team within Broad Horizons Education Trust.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with learning needs, especially autism, ADHD, and social-emotional challenges.
• Experience using creative and innovative strategies to engage children in learning.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with others.

Responsibilities

• Support SRB unit pupils to participate in mainstream classes where possible.
• Assist with promoting inclusive education and individual learning plans.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and other professionals to support pupils.

Skills

Inclusive education

Autism spectrum experience

Creative teaching methods

Excellent communication

Patience and resilience

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

SRB Teaching Assistant

Scale E9 - E11 £27,274 - £29,071 per annum pro-rata

Actual Salary £20,514 - £21,866 gross per annum

32.5 hours per week 8.30am - 3.30pm

Term time plus one week

Permanent

We have a ten place SRB unit, for pupils on the autistic spectrum. Our goal is to support them to be able to take part in mainstream classes as much as possible.

We need a passionate and determined Teaching Assistant to work with our wonderful pupils in our Autism SRB.

• Be a kind, caring person, who knows that children learn best in an inclusive environment.
• Have experience in working with children with different learning needs, particularly experience of working with children on the autistic spectrum, ADHD and social and emotional challenges.
• Be flexible and adaptable.
• Have experience of how to use creative and innovative strategies to engage children in school life and learning.
• Have patience and resilience when dealing with children who demonstrate challenging behaviours.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Be able to work individually and as part of a team.

In return we offer a vibrant school community and a supportive team. As part of the Broad Horizons Education Trust, we are also committed to your professional development.

Broad Horizons Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.

Closing date: Thursday, 22 October 2026, 0900am

Interviews: Friday, 6 November 2026

This Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be prepared to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. Right to Work in the UK will need to be established. We are an equal opportunities employer.