Teaching Assistant

Norwich Road Academy, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2HT

8 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  15 January 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  17 December 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time: 32.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday. 39 weeks per year.
• Contract type: Fixed term - Fixed Term until 31/08/2026
• Full-time equivalent salary: £24,796 - £25,185
• Actual salary: £18,733 to £19,027

What skills and experience we're looking for

• English and Maths qualifications to Level 2 (GCSE A-C), or equivalent.
• First Aid qualification or willing to obtain.
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding Regulations.
• Effective use of ICT for learning.
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team.

What the school offers its staff

Our Story

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.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team on a temporary basis. You will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the academy, contributing to an environment where every pupil can thrive. Whether in administration, operations, pastoral support or specialist services, your work will directly support our mission to deliver the best possible education.

Why Join Us?

• A welcoming, professional and supportive team.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• A leadership team who listen and value staff feedback.
• Wellbeing and mental health support.
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working options.
• The opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking Trust.
• Annual flu vaccination vouchers, sight test vouchers, Cycle to Work scheme, and a generous employer pension contribution.

Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check (including the Children’s Barred List where applicable), medical checks, and satisfactory references. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups, and welcome part-time and flexible working applications.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

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About Norwich Road Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 309 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Norwich Road Academy website
• Email address: peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk
• Phone number: 01553603017
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/norwich-road-academy

Arranging a visit to Norwich Road Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk.

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