Teaching Assistant

Inspiration Trust Ltd; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Health Plan and EAP

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free parking

CPD programme

Induction programme

Job summary

Great Yarmouth Charter Academy is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students to access learning and reach their potential. You’ll work under teachers and SEND staff to provide targeted academic and pastoral support.

You will help deliver literacy, numeracy and social skills interventions, support behaviour management, and maintain records for SEND reviews and pupil progress discussions. Experience in secondary education is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age.
• Basic safeguarding knowledge and commitment to pupil wellbeing.
• Ability to evaluate learning needs and adapt to individual pupils.
• ICT effectively to support learning and use of learning technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils’ learning and development through structured activities, interventions and targeted support programmes.
• Work with individuals and groups, including SEND or EAL pupils, to help them access learning.
• Monitor pupil progress, record achievements and provide feedback to teachers.
• Deliver interventions focused on literacy, numeracy, speech and language, emotional literacy and social skills.
• Support positive behaviour through effective classroom management and de‑escalation strategies.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities, resource preparation and ICT usage.
• Support pupils during assessments, trips and other activities as required.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues and external professionals.

Skills

Experience with children

Interpersonal skills

ICT proficiency

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent Teaching Assistant qualification

Tools

ICT learning technologies

Job description

Start Date: December 2026 or January 2027

Job Weeks: 39 Weeks

Hours: 35 hours per week

Type: Fixed Term , Part Time

Job Reference: NOV20263700

Location: Great Yarmouth Charter Academy, Salisbury Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 4LS

Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale D: £21,862 to £22,210 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£26,427 - £26,847 full time/full year equivalent)

Fixed Term: until 23rd July 2027

Part Time: 35 hours per week over 5 days from Monday to Friday (7 hours per day)

Working Weeks: 39 weeks

Start Date: December 2026 or January 2027

Teaching Assistant - Supporting Every Child to Thrive

Are you passionate about helping young people develop their skills, confidence and creativity? We have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our committed and hardworking team at Great Yarmouth Charter Academy, supporting our students to achieve their full potential. This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative community who are dedicated to ensuring pupils develop the knowledge and character needed to lead great lives.

Working under the guidance of teaching and senior staff, you will support pupils both individually and in groups, helping them access learning and develop practical skills. Responsibilities will include providing targeted academic and pastoral support, helping students regulate emotions and manage anxiety, liaising with teaching staff and the wider SEND team, and contributing to the implementation of individual support plans. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential within a secondary school setting.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils’ learning and development through structured activities, interventions and targeted support programmes.
• Working with individuals and groups of pupils, including those with special education needs and disabilities (SEND) or English as an Additional Language (EAL), to help them access learning and achieve their potential.
• Monitoring pupil progress, recording achievements and providing feedback to teachers and the SEND team.
• Delivering agreed interventions focused on areas such as literacy, numeracy, speech and language, emotional literacy and social skills.
• Supporting positive behaviour through effective classroom management and the use of appropriate de‑escalation strategies.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities, resource preparation and the effective use of ICT and learning technologies.
• Supporting pupils during assessments, examinations, trips and other activities as required.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues and external professionals to support pupil wellbeing and inclusion.
• Maintaining accurate records of support provided and contributing to SEND reviews and pupil progress discussions.

About You:

You will be a caring, patient and committed individual who enjoys working with children and supporting their educational journey. You will have the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and adults, work effectively as part of a team and adapt your approach to meet individual needs. You will also be enthusiastic about helping pupils develop confidence, independence and practical learning skills, while ensuring they receive the support they need to thrive.

Experience of working in a secondary education setting would be an advantage.

• Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
• Basic understanding of child development and learning
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, confidentiality and the importance of supporting pupil wellbeing.
• Ability to evaluate learning needs
• Ability to relate well to children and adults and build positive relationships.
• Ability to use ICT effectively to support learning.
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in Teaching Assistance, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience or training in delivering specific interventions, such as literacy, numeracy, speech and language or emotional wellbeing programmes.
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND
• First aid training or experience supporting pupils with medical needs.

Why Join Inspiration Trust

At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward‑thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you’ll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.

We offer:

• Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
• Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
• Free parking at most sites
• Personalised CPD and development programmes
• A structured and specific induction programme.

*Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.

About Us

Great Yarmouth Charter Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in June 2024. The report highlighted that "Pupils at Great Yarmouth Charter Academy are proud to attend the school. It provides them with a safe and structured environment. It is a place where pupils can thrive and achieve their potential".

Over the last four rounds of Year 7 admissions, the school has become oversubscribed with first-choice pupils. Our current job opportunities reflect this growth and our ongoing commitment to supporting students from our local community.

We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.

The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners.

For information on what it is like to live and work in Great Yarmouth, click here .

Closing date for applications: 9am on Wednesday 11th November 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 17th November 2026

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.

We are an equal opportunities employer.