Teaching Assistant
Eastgate Academy, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 1QA12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
17 June 2026 at 1am
Date listed
5 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £17,420 - £17,696
Teaching Assistant job summary
Part of the Eastern Multi-Academy Trust
- Salary – £17,420 - £17,696 actual pa
- Fixed Term until 31 August 2026
- Part Time
- 30 hours per week
The Opportunity
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the academy, contributing to an environment where every pupil can thrive. You will be predominantly working with SEND pupils either in class or supporting interventions. Whether in administration, operations, pastoral support or specialist services, your work will directly support our mission to deliver the best possible education.
What you will need
- English and Maths qualifications to Level 2 (GCSE A-C), or equivalent.
- A Teaching Assistant Qualification, or equivalent.
- Experience of working with children ideally in a SEND setting.
- 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.
About us
At Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), we believe that every child deserves an excellent education – and that starts with exceptional staff.
Eastgate Academy is proud to be recognised as Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023, a testament to the dedication and passion of our pupils, staff, and families. Guided by our core values of Empower, Motivate, Transform, Aspire, we provide a nurturing environment where every child can flourish academically, socially, and emotionally. We are a diverse and inclusive school community that celebrates individuality and prepares children to become compassionate, respectful global citizens. Joining our team means being part of a supportive and forward-thinking school where staff are empowered to grow and make a real difference.
What we will offer you
At EMAT, you’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust that invests in its people and we offer all employees:
- A leadership team who listens and acts on feedback.
- High-quality CPD and clear career development pathways.
- A highly trained team to support learning.
- Wellbeing support, including access to employee assistance programmes.
- Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities.
- Being part of a Trust that values inclusion, diversity, and collaboration.
- Peace of mind with some of the most generous pension schemes in the job market.
- generous pension schemes in the job market
How to apply
For this vacancy, if you click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, you will be redirected to our website to apply via our online application form.
Closing date: 17 June 2026, 12 midnight
Interview date: To be confirmed
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 likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
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.
Further information about the job
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
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Eastgate Academy
- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 5 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 273 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Eastgate Academy website
Eastgate Academy is proud to be recognised as Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023, a testament to the dedication and passion of our pupils, staff, and families. Guided by our core values of Empower, Motivate, Transform, Aspire, we provide a nurturing environment where every child can flourish academically, socially, and emotionally. We are a diverse and inclusive school community that celebrates individuality and prepares children to become compassionate, respectful global citizens. Joining our team means being part of a supportive, forward‑thinking school where staff are empowered to grow and make a real difference.
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