Teaching Assistant Sapientia Education Trust

Notjustlabcoats; Attleborough; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A learning institution in Attleborough seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support student learning in a nurturing educational environment. The role involves collaborating with teachers, monitoring student progress, and assisting in educational activities. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to student welfare. This position offers 30 hours per week during term time, with a pro-rata salary ranging from £17,289 to £18,447. Applications are encouraged before the closing date of January 9, 2026.

Benefits

Supportive staff team

Collaboration with other schools

CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting student learning.
• Ability to work with small groups or individuals.
• Full knowledge of student medical and physical needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and use knowledge and skills to contribute to student learning.
• Monitor, evaluate, and record students’ progress.
• Provide support to the teacher by accompanying students on off-site activities.

Skills

Knowledge of literacy, numeracy or science

Team collaboration

Communication technology skills

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.