Teaching Assistant

Change Lives in High-Energy Schools Across Greater Norwich

Do you want a role where what you do actually matters? Are you confident, resilient, and motivated by challenge rather than routine? If you thrive in fast‑paced environments and want to make a genuine difference to young people who need strong role models, this could be the perfect opportunity.

• Support pupils with complex academic, emotional, and behavioural needs in high‑energy classroom environments.
• Implement structured, personalised strategies to improve behaviour, engagement, and learning.
• Assist with literacy, numeracy, and wider curriculum activities.
• Manage challenging behaviour positively using clear boundaries, consistency, and calm communication.
• Create a structured, safe, and purposeful learning environment where students can thrive.

• Feels confident working in fast‑paced, high‑pressure school settings.
• Has strong natural classroom presence and behaviour‑management instincts.
• Remains calm, resilient, and solution‑focused when challenges arise.
• Takes initiative and adapts quickly to changing situations.
• Builds positive, respectful relationships with students and staff.

You must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle, as placements may involve travel between schools at short notice.

• Access to Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy, including accredited training and development opportunities.
• Competitive weekly pay, reflecting experience and performance, with the opportunity for a permanent role.
• Simple, user‑friendly online systems for timesheets and communication.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands the realities of the role.

If you’re proactive, resilient, and ready to step into a role where your presence can genuinely change outcomes for young people, apply now and start a rewarding career supporting schools across Greater Norwich and beyond.

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.

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