Teaching Assistant
Overview
We have an excellent opportunity for a skilled teaching assistant to join our amazing school. You will be working with KS1 children but may also work with KS2 children from time to time. You will become part of a committed, diverse team of teaching professionals who truly want to, and do, make a difference. The successful candidate will ensure that children are cared for in a happy, safe and stimulating environment. We have great facilities and are committed to delivering a creative, engaging curriculum.
Hours of work are Monday to Thursday, 8.45am – 3.15pm.
There is also the opportunity to work an additional 2 hours per week as a midday supervisor if interested.
This is a permanent role and is contracted for term time plus 1 week.
Your day may include supporting individual and small groups of pupils with their learning, encouraging children who may be struggling with their reading, helping the teaching team to prepare resources for future lessons or listening to those who may need help to talk through their emotions.
Personal attributes
- Have enthusiasm for learning
- Act effectively as part of a team
- Bring a strong work ethic, proven teamwork, and an excellent sense of humour to our vibrant school community
- Be committed to ensuring the right of every child to be included, accepted, and valued for their strengths and contributions
- Have good interpersonal and organisational skills
Salary
Salary – Scale D
Location
Forncett St Peter Church of England VA Primary School
Aslacton Road
Forncett St Peter
Norfolk
NR16 1LT
Supporting documents
Deadline and how to apply
Closing date: 1st September, 9:00am.
Interview date: 8th September 2025
Download and complete the above application form and email to head@forncett.norfolk.sch.uk
Additional Information
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you may be required to undergo pre-employment checks.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
Job reference: TA240725