Teaching Assistant

Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust; Kessingland; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational trust is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to support students at Kessingland Church of England Primary Academy. The role is part-time, requiring availability from October 2025. Candidates should hold 5 GCSEs (including Maths and English) and ideally have a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning. This position offers a salary of £14,683 - £14,913 pa and is fixed term until August 2026.

Qualifications

• 5 x GCSEs graded 9-4 or equivalent. Maths and English essential.
• Ideally have a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning.
• Be an effective team member.
• Be able to use initiative and respond to pupils’ needs.
• Have the ability to establish positive relationships with all pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support students in their learning and development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers to meet student needs.
• Engage positively with pupils to foster a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Effective team member

Use initiative

Establish positive relationships

Education

5 x GCSEs graded 9-4 or equivalent

Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Overview

Kessingland Church of England Primary Academy is looking for a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our excellent team from October 2025 or sooner if available.

• Salary - Pay Scale, C Point 3-4, £14,683 - £14,913 actual pa (£24,796 - £25,185 FTE)
• Fixed term until 31 August 2026
• Part time
• 26.25 hours per week
• Term time only
• Required ASAP

Requirements

• 5 x GCSEs graded 9-4 or equivalent. Maths and English essential
• Ideally have a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning
• Be an effective team member
• Be able to use initiative and respond to pupils’ needs
• Have the ability to establish positive relationships with all pupils

How to apply

For more information about this role, including the job description and person specification, please read the attached Recruitment Pack available from ‘Attachments’.

To complete our online application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, and you will be directed to apply through our Applicant Tracking System. If you do not already have one, you will need to create a ‘Teacher Booker’ account.

References may be requested prior to interview and may be contacted on receipt of your application form.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if sufficient applications have been received.

Key dates

• Closing date: 9 October 2025, 9am
• Interview date: 17 October 2025

Safeguarding and equality

DNEAT 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 as well as satisfactory references. The Trust's safeguarding policy can be found on our website.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.