Teaching Assistant (Achievement and Progress Support Assistant)

West Norfolk Academies Trust; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in King's Lynn is looking for a motivated Teaching Assistant to enhance the learning experience of students. This role supports classroom activities, promoting pupil independence and participation. Ideal candidates will have relevant teaching assistant qualifications and skills in managing diverse learning needs. The position offers 28.75 hours per week and a competitive salary on a temporary contract basis until August 2026. The closing date for applications is December 17, 2025.

Qualifications

• Ability to support learning for pupils with diverse needs in a classroom setting.
• Demonstrated understanding of school policies and ethos.
• Skills in effective communication and relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in raising learning and attainment of pupils.
• Promote inclusion and support participation in learning activities.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress.

Skills

Support for special educational needs

Effective behavior management

Understanding diverse individual needs

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Relevant qualifications for Teaching Assistant role

Job description

Springwood High School are seeking to appoint a motivated and dedicated Teaching Assistant (APSA), to join their friendly team.

Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Scale C Point 4 £13.05/hour approx. £16,757/annum (FTE £25,185 based on a 37 hour week – please note salary will be pro rata)

Hours: 28.75 hours/week - 39 weeks (term time plus one)

Temporary Fixed Term Contract to 31st August 2026

Email: [e-mail]
Marshland High School: https://www.springwoodhighschool.co.uk/

Purpose of the Job

As an Achievement and Progress Support Assistant, you will work with teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils while also promoting their independence, self‑esteem, and social inclusion. You will provide support to pupils so that they can access the curriculum, participate in learning, and experience a sense of achievement.

Responsibilities

• Personal and Professional Conduct: having proper regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school and demonstrating positive attitudes, values and behaviours to develop and sustain effective relationships with the school community, while safeguarding pupils’ well‑being by following statutory guidance and school policies.
• Upholding values: respecting individual differences and cultural diversity.
• Knowledge and Understanding: acquiring the appropriate skills, qualifications, and experience required for the teaching assistant role; demonstrating expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils (including specialist expertise where appropriate); keeping knowledge up to date through reflection, liaison with school leaders and professional development; demonstrating subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role and applying it effectively when supporting teachers and pupils.
• Teaching and Learning: adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities; promoting inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities; using effective behaviour management strategies consistently with the school’s policy; contributing to assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil progress.
• Working with Others: demonstrating an efficient approach to teaching and learning, adopting strategies that support teachers and increase pupil achievement; encouraging participation and inclusion; using effective behaviour management consistently; supporting assessment and planning with monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil progress.

Personal and Professional Conduct (Job Summary)

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description provide a summary of the main aspects of the role. This is not an exhaustive list and the post holder may be required to carry out other tasks, as deemed appropriate to the grade and nature of the post. The post may be changed by the Headteacher in consultation with the post holder to reflect changes in the post commensurate with the grade or job title. The workload may not be evenly spread throughout the year; flexibility of hours and a flexible attitude and willingness to assist others in the team are necessary.

Closing Date for Applications

17th December 2025

How to Apply

For this vacancy, please click the ‘Apply for Job’ button to complete our online application form. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable field is met.

Equal Opportunities Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from minority ethnic communities and those with disabilities. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Legal and Compliance Information

As part of our recruitment process, it is necessary for us to perform an online social media check to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet safeguarding duties set out in KCSIE. There is no other purpose for a search. This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualifications) 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.