Teaching Assistant

Company
Sapientia Education Trust
Location
Attleborough
Salary
TBC

Full Job Description

TEACHING ASSISTANT

Fixed Term, to start ASAP

30 hours per week (), Term Time + 1 week

SCP4; £24,796 – 6; £25,989 FTE per annum

£17,289 - £18,447 pro rata per annum

Attleborough Primary School is an exciting and busy place to be. We aim to provide a high quality of learning for our 375 children who are aged between 4 and 11. Our broad and balanced curriculum inspires our children to be curious, resilient and to naturally seek challenges. With collaboration at the heart of everything we do, we are a nurturing community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We teach and model the skills our children will need to adapt, succeed and thrive in an ever-changing world.

Our school can offer:

  • Fantastic children who enjoy school and strive to do their best
  • A dedicated, friendly and supportive staff team
  • Opportunities for working collaboratively with other schools in the Trust
  • Amazing outdoor space
  • A range of CPD opportunities

THE ROLE

Core job functions: Teaching and Learning

  • Develops and uses knowledge and skills e.g. literacy, numeracy or science to contribute to student learning.
  • Monitor, evaluate and records students’ progress and reports this as directed.
  • Use information and communication technology to support students learning.
  • Works with small groups or individual students to enable learning.
  • Provides support to the teacher by accompanying students on off-site activities.
  • Discusses with the teacher and contributes to curriculum and classroom planning – informally and at meetings.
  • Works as part of a team to ensure that the wellbeing, behaviour and personal development of students enhances their learning opportunities and life skills.
  • Assist in the educational and social development of all students.
  • Have full relevant knowledge of students medical and physical needs and able to refer to the relevant person should a problem arise.
  • Assist students in developing their resilience and independence in the classroom.

Have a full knowledge of student’s needs and ensuring that any disclosure a student may make must be reported to the classroom teacher and Child Protection Officers immediately.

Closing date – Friday 9th January 2026 at 12 noon

Interview date: W/b Monday 12th January 2026

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Salientia Education Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Sapientia Education Trust
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Location
Attleborough
Job Type
Part Time
Salary
TBC
Industry
Life Sciences
Closing Date
2nd February 2026
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