Teaching Assistant

Eastgate Academy, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 1QA

15 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  17 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  2 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Part time (Can be done as a job share): 30 hours Monday - Friday 6 hours a day
• Contract type: Fixed term - until August 2027
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,583 to £25,989 Full time equivalent
• Actual salary: £17,420 to £17,696

What skills and experience we're looking for

• 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.

What the school offers its staff

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 listen and act 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.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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
• Email address: peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/eastgate-academy

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. 

Arranging a visit to Eastgate Academy

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

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