Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Location: Acorn Park School, Banham, Norwich, NR16 2HU

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm

Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Start Date: September 2026

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available.

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEND and complex needs, helping them achieve confidence, skills and independence.

• Supporting pupils with SEND and complex needs to access learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Working alongside teachers to deliver engaging, personalised learning experiences.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support across classroom, outdoor and enrichment activities.
• Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing, behaviour and social development.
• Encouraging independence, communication and positive relationships.
• Helping create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Preparing resources and assisting with classroom activities and interventions.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families and professionals to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.

• Holds GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Is caring, patient and passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Builds positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Is resilient, adaptable and able to remain positive in a dynamic environment.
• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative and supportive team.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is flexible and enthusiastic about supporting learning in a variety of settings.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Acorn Park School is an independent specialist school in rural Norfolk supporting autistic children and young people aged 4–19. The school offers a personalised curriculum, an integrated clinical team and extensive facilities including a Forest School, animal care farm, and therapeutic outdoor spaces.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.