Classroom Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Norwich
TYPE
Part-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£20,835 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Good numeracy and literacy skills Experience of working with children of relevant age Experience of leading interventions to support learning Ability to use a range of relevant technology Experience supporting children with SEND Experience supporting children with EAL Experience teaching RWI phonics scheme First Aid training

FULL DESCRIPTION

Classroom Assistant

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Salary: £20,513 - £20,835 per annum (pro-rata) | Part-time, Fixed Term | Closing: May 18, 2026

Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Classroom Assistant to join our team, supporting pupils' learning and development.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Working under the instruction/guidance of teaching/senior staff.
  • Undertaking care and learning programmes and activities to support individuals or groups of pupils, including more specialised support for those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or EAL (English as an Additional Language).
  • Performing assessments and implementing speech and language interventions.
  • Enabling access to learning for pupils and assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.

About You

You will be an inspirational practitioner and committed practitioner ready to join an ambitious team. The role involves supporting children in the classroom and small group interventions to support children to make accelerated progress.

Essential:

  • Good numeracy and literacy skills
  • Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age.
  • Experience of leading interventions to support learning.
  • Ability to use a range of relevant technology.

Desirable:

  • Experience supporting children with high needs SEND and behaviour needs.
  • Experience supporting children with EAL.
  • Experience teaching RWI phonics scheme.
  • Experience delivering NELI interventions.
  • First Aid training.

Why Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You'll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk.

We offer:

  • Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions
  • Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
  • Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts, and salary sacrifice options
  • Free parking at most sites
  • Personalised CPD and development programmes
  • A structured and specific induction programme.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

A free school in Norwich rated outstanding by Ofsted. The school offers an innovative curriculum combining strong academic focus with cultural and sporting opportunities. Close links with Jane Austen College and Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form College.

Next Steps

Before applying, please read the attached Recruitment Pack and Job Description. For more information, contact Claire Thacker at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. To apply, click the Apply button to complete the online application form.

Closing date: 12noon on Monday 18th May 2026

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