SEN Education Support Staff

Salary/Rate:£13.80 - £15/hr dependant on experience
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Mid Norfolk
County:Norfolk
Role:Support Staff
Job ref:430
Post Date:27.01.26
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About the Role

SEN Education Support Staff Jobs in Norwich | Schools & Residential Settings

Consistent SEN Support Roles - Not Daily Supply

We are recruiting experienced SEN Education Support Staff in Norwich to join our books for ongoing contract work across schools and residential settings. These roles offer consistency and continuity and are not day-to-day supply positions. If you are a Learning Support Assistant/ SEN Teaching Assistant or a SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant we would love to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity for reliable, knowledgeable and compassionate SEN professionals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs (SEN) and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs in the Norwich area.

About the SEN Education Support Role:

  • Supporting children and young people with SEN and SEMH needs

  • 1:1 support and small group work

  • Roles available in schools and residential care settings

  • Creating safe, structured and nurturing learning environments

  • Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff

What We’re Looking For:

  • Previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, SEN Support Worker, Learning Support Assistant, or Education Support Staff

  • Strong understanding of SEN, SEMH and trauma-informed practice

  • Calm, patient, empathetic and kind approach

  • Reliable professionals who value consistency and relationship-building

  • Ability to work across Norwich and surrounding areas

Compliance & Eligibility Requirements:

  • As an Equal Opportunities employer, Inspire EHC values diversity and inclusion.
  • Full right to work in the UK is essential

  • We are unable to sponsor individuals

  • A clear, enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply) is required

  • References and safeguarding checks will be completed in line with safer recruitment guidelines

Why Work With Us?

  • Ongoing contract SEN work (not daily supply)

  • Long-term placements in well-matched settings

  • Supportive, people-focused recruitment approach

  • Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people

If you are an experienced SEN Education Support professional in Norwich who leads with kindness and commitment, Inspire EHC would love to have a chat with you.

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