Teaching Assistant – SEN & Specialist Education

Senploy; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Senploy is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students with SEN at a residential specialist school in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. The role spans primary to secondary ages, with flexible key-stage options and a term-time pattern shaping 32.5 hours per week.

The position offers an hourly rate of £14.50–£15.60, with optional extra hours in a residential care setting to boost experience and earnings. You will work in a warm, inclusive environment focused on safeguarding, positive relationships and

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with children and young people with SEN.
• Calm, patient and emotionally resilient.
• Reliable, committed and a strong team player.
• Warm, approachable and able to build positive relationships.
• Interest in enrichment activities such as sport, arts, music or outdoor learning.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN across primary to secondary age.
• Assist with learning activities and behavioural support.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of pupils.

Skills

SEN support

Calm temperament

Team player

Relationship building

English communication

Job description

Teaching Assistant – SEN & Specialist Education

Teaching Assistant - SEN & Specialist Education

Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

Hourly rate: £14.50 - £15.60 per hour

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Contract: Temp to Perm

Working pattern:

Monday: 8.30am - 3.30pm

Tuesday: 8.45am - 4.30pm

Weeks worked: Term time (38 weeks per year)

Contract: Temp to Perm

Teaching Assistant job in Great Yarmouth - make a real difference

We are proud to be supporting a welcoming and inclusive specialist education setting in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, currently expanding as part of a long‑term growth plan. They are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants who want to build a rewarding career supporting children and young people with additional needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone searching for a Teaching Assistant job in Great Yarmouth, particularly those interested in SEN and specialist education roles in Norfolk.

About the role

The setting supports pupils from primary through to secondary age, and applicants are encouraged to indicate their preferred age range. Flexibility across key stages is welcomed and supported, offering valuable experience and progression opportunities within specialist education.

There are also optional additional hours available within a residential care provision for those wishing to enhance their skills and earnings.

About the setting

This is a residential specialist school for boys aged 7-16 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Many pupils have experienced disrupted education and benefit from consistent, caring and nurturing support.

Staff work together with compassion and high expectations to ensure pupils leave with positive academic outcomes, improved confidence, and the social and emotional skills needed for adulthood.

Who we're looking for

• Passionate about working with children and young people with SEN
• Calm, patient and emotionally resilient
• Reliable, committed and a strong team player
• Warm, approachable and able to build positive relationships
• Applicants with interests or hobbies that could enhance enrichment activities (such as sport, arts, music or outdoor learning) are especially welcome.

A strong staff wellbeing and professional development programme is in place, making this a fantastic Teaching Assistant opportunity in Norfolk for both experienced practitioners and those looking to grow within specialist education.

32.5 hours per week, term time only plus 5 training days

Pay weekly, in arrears

Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English is essential

Willingness to undertake further training as required

Safeguarding and safer recruitment

This role involves working with children and young people and is subject to robust safeguarding and safer recruitment procedures. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and, where applicable, a declaration under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.

The school and Inspire EHC are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and applicants are expected to share this commitment.