Teaching Assistant

Norwich Road Academy

Address: Thetford, Norfolk IP24 2HT

Salary: £18,733 - £19,027 actual per annum

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible

Reference: 7851

Norwich Road Academy has an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our established team. You will be joining a vibrant and ambitious organisation, led by experienced and supportive professionals. 

Our team of Teaching Assistants work under the direction of our teachers and senior staff, embracing the school's ethos. They undertake care and learning programs, supporting individuals or groups of pupils, including those with special educational needs. As a Teaching Assistant, you will enable pupils to access learning and assist the teacher in managing both pupils and the classroom. 

To support our teachers, you will create and maintain a purposeful, orderly, and supportive environment in line with lesson plans and assist with displaying pupils' work. You will also be required to attend and participate in relevant meetings, training sessions, and other learning activities, as well as engage in performance development as needed. This post is to work across all 5 days of the academy week and to attend work on inset days for essential training. 

You Will Need:

• relevant qualifications and/or experience for the role
• excellent organisational and time management skills
• strong communication and interpersonal skills
• ability to work independently and as part of a team
• confidence in using IT systems and software relevant to the role
• a commitment to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of pupils
• working knowledge of national curriculum and other relevant learning programmes 
• ability to plan effective actions for pupils at risk of underachieving 
• full understanding of the range of support services/providers 
• ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities 
• ability to relate well to children and adults 
• empathy and ability to analyse and determine appropriate actions 
• understanding of, and ability to comply with the requirements of safeguarding/Child Protection 

• Ability To Travel

• ability to work flexibly outside normal hours if necessary 
• to be a positive role model, who is able to make positive relationships with children
• to be a dedicated individual, who is hardworking and aspirational for our young people.

Norwich Road Academy is a thriving, larger-than-average primary school located in the heart of Thetford, Norfolk. We offer Nursery provision through to Year 6, with excellent facilities including a large sports field, outdoor learning areas, and a dedicated library. As part of the Eastern Multi-Academy Trust, we promote strong values, high aspirations, and a supportive learning environment where children are proud of who they are and where they come from. We welcome you to visit and discover what makes our academy a special place to learn and grow.

We Will Offer You:

• a welcoming, professional and supportive team
• opportunities for training and professional development
• a leadership team who listens and values staff feedback
• wellbeing and mental health support
• family-friendly policies and flexible working options
• the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking trust.

 To find out more

Please read the job description on our website
 

How To Apply

To apply, please visit our website
 

Closing date: 1 pm, 9 October 2025.