Teaching Assistant

Hillingdon Manor School; Norwich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Discounts

Job summary

Acorn Park School in Banham, Norwich (NR16 2HU) is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a supportive SEND-focused team. The role offers 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a permanent contract starting September 2026. UK applicants only – no sponsorship available; salary £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata).

The successful candidate will help pupils access learning, support with SEND needs, and contribute to a safe, nurturing environment across classroom and enrichment activities.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Caring, patient and passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND and complex needs to access learning and achieve individual goals.
• Deliver engaging, personalised learning experiences alongside teachers.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support across classroom, outdoor and enrichment activities.
• Support pupils' emotional wellbeing, behaviour and social development.
• Encourage independence, communication and positive relationships.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Prepare resources and assist with classroom activities and interventions.
• Collaborate with families and professionals to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Job description

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Teaching Assistant

Acorn Park School

• Permanent

Salary: £22,160.62 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

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Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Acorn Park School, Banham, Norwich, NR16 2HU
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential? Do you want a rewarding career where no two days are the same and every success is worth celebrating?

At Acorn Park School, we're looking for caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our supportive team. You'll play a vital role in helping pupils with SEND and complex needs develop the confidence, skills and independence they need to thrive both in school and beyond.

This is more than a job – it's an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, inspire progress and make a lasting impact on young lives.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils with SEND and complex needs to access learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Working alongside teachers to deliver engaging, personalised learning experiences.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support across classroom, outdoor and enrichment activities.
• Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing, behaviour and social development.
• Encouraging independence, communication and positive relationships.
• Helping create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Preparing resources and assisting with classroom activities and interventions.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families and professionals to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Is caring, patient and passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Builds positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Is resilient, adaptable and able to remain positive in a dynamic environment.
• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative and supportive team.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is flexible and enthusiastic about supporting learning in a variety of settings.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

About Acorn Park School

Acorn Park School is an independent Autism specialist school in rural South Norfolk supporting autistic children and young people aged 4–19. Set within a large 37 acre private estate, the school provides a safe, nurturing environment where pupils are placed at the heart of everything we do. We have two curriculum pathways, Formal and Semi-Formal, to support the wide range of needs and abilities of the pupils at the school. We have an integrated clinical team that provide and range of therapeutic approaches including: Speech and Language, Occupational Therapy and psychotherapy. The school benefits from extensive facilities including specialist subject spaces such as DT room, Science lab, an outdoor education space, animal care farm, horticulture polytunnels and a commercial kitchen. Working in partnership with families, we empower pupils to grow in confidence, develop independence and thrive as they prepare for their next steps in life.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales

Wherever you work – whether in a city location or one of our more rural settings – you’ll be part of one dynamic family, aiming high and dreaming big, and helping the people we work with achieve their own personal goals

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With amazing teams working across our family of brands – Acorn Education, Options Autism, Momenta Connect and Blenheim Schools– we offer a huge range of exciting career opportunities. Take a closer look and discover how fulfilling your career could be.

Meeting the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps.

Supporting autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way.

At Momenta Connect we support young people to overcome barriers and engage with education.

We are committed to enabling outstanding futures for all children through a portfolio of inclusive, high-quality independent and international schools.