Teaching Assistant (Intervention)

Hemsby Primary School, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR29 4LH

22 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  27 November 2026 at 12am (midnight)

• Date listed

  5 November 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: £13.70 per hour

Teaching Assistant (Intervention) job summary

Part of the City2Coast Primary Federation 

 

Tel: 01493 730364 

Email: hos@hemsbyprimary.org.uk 

Website: https://www.hemsby.norfolk.sch.uk 

 

Head of School: Donna Walker 

Age: 4-11 years 

                                                    

• Salary: Scale C, £13.70 per hour 
• Temporary until 31/08/2027 
• Part Time 
• 15 hours per week (M-F) 
• Term Time + 1 week 
• Required ASAP 

 

Working Across Hemsby Primary School and Rollesby Primary School 

Are you passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential? 

Hemsby Primary School and Rollesby Primary School are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and caring Intervention Teaching Assistant to support pupils through targeted intervention programmes. 

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to children's outcomes by delivering high-quality interventions that accelerate progress, build confidence and foster a love of learning. 

The Role 

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers, our SENDCos and senior leaders to identify and address gaps in learning. You will deliver targeted support through small-group and one-to-one intervention sessions, helping pupils develop the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to succeed. 

The role will be split across Hemsby Primary School and Rollesby Primary School, working afternoons only for a total of 15 hours per week across 5 days. 

Key Responsibilities 

Deliver Targeted Interventions 

• Deliver small-group and one-to-one interventions in phonics, reading, writing, mathematics and physical development. 
• Support the delivery of Read Write Inc. (RWI) phonics and Power Maths programmes. 
• Adapt activities to meet individual pupil needs and learning styles. 
• Reinforce classroom learning to help pupils make accelerated progress. 

Monitor and Assess Progress 

• Support the identification of pupils requiring intervention. 
• Use assessment information to identify gaps in learning and misconceptions. 
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers. 
• Contribute to evaluating the impact of intervention programmes. 

Work Collaboratively 

• Liaise closely with class teachers to ensure interventions complement classroom learning. 
• Work alongside the SENDCos and wider support team to meet pupils' individual needs. 
• Attend relevant meetings and training as required. 

Promote Positive Learning Behaviours 

• Create a nurturing and supportive learning environment. 
• Build positive relationships that encourage confidence, resilience and independence. 
• Support children to engage positively with learning and overcome barriers to success 

Maintain Accurate Records 

• Keep clear records of attendance, intervention delivery and pupil progress. 
• Support the preparation of reports and information for staff and parents/carers. 
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding procedures at all times. 

Person Specification 

Essential 

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent). 
• Experience of working with primary-aged children. 
• Good understanding of early reading, phonics and mathematics development. 
• Experience of supporting learning through small-group or one-to-one work. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Commitment to inclusion and supporting all pupils to succeed. 

Desirable 

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). 
• Experience delivering Read Write Inc. (RWI) interventions. 
• Experience supporting children with SEND. 
• Knowledge of Power Maths/othermastery approaches to mathematics. 

We Offer 

• A welcoming and supportive school community. 
• Friendly, enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn. 
• Opportunities for professional development and training. 
• Collaborative staff teams committed to securing the very best outcomes for children. 
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to pupils' educational journeys. 

Prospective applicants are warmly encouraged to visit the schools and discuss the role with the Head of  

School, Donna Walker.  

Informal visits are most welcome. Please contact the school office on 01493 730364 or by emailing hos@hemsbyprimary.org.uk to arrange a suitable time. 

 

How to apply: 

To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button. 

Completed applications should be returned via email to hos@hemsbyprimary.org.uk 

 

Closing Date: 27 November 2026      

Interview Date: TBC  

 

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

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

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.

About Hemsby Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 126 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Hemsby Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hemsby-primary-school

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