SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary (Near Attleborough, Norfolk)

Salary/Rate:£23,835 – £24,568 depending on experience and qualifications
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:South Norfolk
County:Norfolk
Role:Support Staff
Job ref:455
Post Date:29.01.26
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SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary (Near Attleborough, Norfolk)

Location: Near Attleborough, Norfolk
Salary: £23,835 – £24,568 depending on experience and qualifications
Hourly rate: £13.34 – £13.75
Hours: 40 hours per week, term time only
Start date: As soon as possible

Contract: Permanent 

We are supporting a friendly and nurturing specialist school near Attleborough that provides day placements for students aged 11 to 16. The school supports young people with communication and interaction needs, specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, autism spectrum conditions, SEMH needs, and anxiety-related barriers to learning.

The school offers small classes with a maximum of 10 students and at least 3 staff in each class. This allows you to work closely with each learner and provide the individual attention they need. There is an established on-site clinical and therapy team who work closely with education staff to ensure a consistent and supportive environment for every student.

This is a welcoming setting with a strong sense of teamwork. Staff wellbeing and development are taken seriously, and you will have plenty of opportunities to grow your skills and progress in your career.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build warm and supportive relationships with students so they feel safe, valued and ready to learn.
  • Encourage independence, personal development and positive behaviour.
  • Support the delivery of a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum adapted to meet individual needs.
  • Assist the class teacher with all aspects of classroom organisation and daily routines.
  • Be adaptable to the changing needs of the class and wider school.
  • Promote students’ cognitive, emotional, social, behavioural, physical and spiritual development.
  • Work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Requirements:

  • GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or working towards it).
  • Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
  • Experience supporting students with SEMH or ASD needs.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle due to the rural location.

What’s on Offer:

  • Strong training and professional development opportunities.
  • Access to schemes helping you save on everyday essentials.
  • Cycle to Work and Car Schemes.
  • Access to a financial wellbeing app for budgeting, saving and tracking earnings.
  • Enhanced annual leave, sick pay and pension.
  • Life assurance.
  • 24/7 GP access for you and your household.
  • A health cash plan covering everyday healthcare costs.
  • Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support and counselling.
  • Refer a friend scheme with a £1,000 reward.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building positive relationships, works well in a team and wants to support young people to develop confidence and achieve their potential. You will be joining a caring, collaborative school community where kindness and creativity are valued every day.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about supporting young people and would like to join a friendly and dedicated team, please get in touch.

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