Teaching Assistant
Job description
Looking for a role where every day brings something new?
We’re seeking motivated and adaptable individuals to join us as Unqualified Teaching Assistants, supporting a range of schools across the Norwich area. This is a hands-on, rewarding opportunity where you’ll play a vital role in helping pupils stay engaged, confident, and on track with their learning.
If you’re reliable, proactive, and keen to make a genuine difference, this could be the perfect fit.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll work closely with teachers and school staff to support pupils with a variety of academic, social, and behavioural needs. No two days will be the same, but your impact will be felt every day.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Supporting pupils during lessons to keep them focused and engaged
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Assisting with literacy and numeracy activities
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Encouraging positive behaviour through consistency and clear guidance
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Helping to create a structured, inclusive, and welcoming classroom environment
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Collaborating with teachers and other staff to support student progress
This is a practical role where you’ll directly contribute to pupils’ development and success.
What We’re Looking For
You don’t need formal qualifications — we value attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn above all else.
We’re looking for people who are:
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Calm, dependable, and resilient
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Positive role models with a confident approach
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Flexible and open to working in different school environments
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Strong communicators who thrive in a team
Experience in education, childcare, coaching, youth work, or care is a bonus — but not essential.
What You’ll Get in Return
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Access to ongoing training and development (CPD)
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Guaranteed Work Scheme (for eligible applicants) — get paid even on quieter days
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Competitive weekly pay
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Additional pay for longer travel or extended hours
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Easy-to-use online systems
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Continued support from a dedicated consultant
Essential Requirement
A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are required, as you may need to travel between schools at short notice.
Ready to gain valuable classroom experience and make a real impact? Apply today and start your journey in education.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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