SEN Teaching Assistant – Norwich & Surrounding Areas

Support learning. Build confidence. Change lives.

Teaching Personnel Norwich SEN Team is seeking caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils across specialist and mainstream schools in Norwich and nearby areas.

This is a rewarding opportunity to help children with additional needs thrive both academically and emotionally while gaining valuable experience within education.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support
• Support pupils with ASD, SEMH, ADHD, and learning difficulties
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Help pupils build confidence, independence, and engagement

You’ll work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay
• Flexible work to suit your schedule
• Opportunities in supportive school settings
• Dedicated consultant support
• Long-term, short-term, and permanent opportunities
• FREE safeguarding and CPD training courses

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for individuals who:

• Have experience working with children or young people
• Are patient, adaptable, and empathetic
• Have a passion for supporting pupils with SEN
• Can build positive relationships and communicate effectively

Experience in education, care, youth work, or support settings is highly valued.

Important Information

• Relevant experience is desirable
• Pay includes 12.07% statutory holiday pay
• Enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks required (full support provided)
• FREE Child Protection & Prevent Duty training available

Ready to make a difference?

Apply today to join the Teaching Personnel Norwich SEN Team and help support pupils to reach their full potential.

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.
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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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