Teaching Assistant – SEN School | Thetford

Help change a child's future, one day at a time.

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you enjoy making a genuine difference to the lives of pupils who need extra support to thrive?

Teaching Personnel's specialist SEN team in Norwich is recruiting a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming specialist school in the Thetford area, supporting pupils aged 6–16.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a nurturing and supportive team, where every pupil has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The school caters for children and young people with a primary diagnosis of Autism, alongside Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing a personalised approach that enables every learner to reach their potential.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside experienced teachers and support staff to provide tailored support that helps pupils grow in confidence, develop key life skills, and achieve their educational goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with Autism and SEMH needs in both classroom and one-to-one settings.
• Delivering personalised interventions to meet individual learning, behavioural and emotional needs.
• Adapting learning activities to suit a wide range of abilities and learning styles.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting independence and self-confidence.
• Working in line with EHCP targets to ensure pupils receive consistent, high-quality support.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families to create a supportive learning environment.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children or young people with SEN in either primary or secondary settings.
• Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle, as travel is essential for this role.
• Is compassionate, patient and committed to helping every pupil succeed.
• Is confident managing challenging behaviour in a calm and positive manner.
• Is adaptable, resilient and able to work effectively in a dynamic school environment.
• Is eager to continue developing through ongoing training and professional development.

What you'll receive:

• Access to high-quality training through Teaching Personnel's CPD Academy.
• Competitive weekly pay based on your experience, skills and availability.
• Easy-to-use online systems for timesheets and communication.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated specialist consultant.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of children and young people every day.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where your support can transform lives and every day brings new opportunities to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start your next rewarding role in SEN education with Teaching Personnel.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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