Teaching Assistant - SEND
Eastgate Academy, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 1QAThis job expired on 16 January 2026 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
16 January 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
5 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Part time: 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time + 1 week), Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Fixed term - 31/08/2026
Full-time equivalent salary
- £25,583 - £25,989
Actual salary
- £17,841 - £18,124
Pay scale
- Grade D (SP 5-6)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Job overview
Our Story
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, forward thinking school where staff are empowered to grow and make a real difference.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a skilled and motivated SEND Teaching Assistant to support in our enhanced SEND provision, providing specialist educational interventions to our pupils. You will work under the direction of our SENDCo and class teachers, providing small group work on individualised timetable plan for specific pupils. This is a fixed term contract to end 31 August 2026.
About You
- Level 2 qualification in both English and Maths of grade A*- C (or equivalent)
- NVQ 3 or equivalent in teaching assistance or equivalent qualification or experience working at that level.
- Experience of delivering class-based interventions preferable.
- Full working knowledge of relevant policies/ codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation
- Working knowledge of national curriculum and other relevant learning programmes
- Understanding of principles of child development and learning processes and, in particular, barriers to learning
- Ability to relate well to children and adults
- Work constructively as part of a team
- Empathy and ability to analyse and determine appropriate actions
- Understanding of, and ability to comply with the requirements of safeguarding/Child Protection
- A positive role model, who is able to make positive relationships with children.
Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities
Eastern Multi-Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check (with Children’s Barred List where applicable), satisfactory references and medical clearance. We are proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to equity, representation and belonging. We value the diversity of our workforce and believe that different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives strengthen our schools and enrich our communities.
We actively welcome applications from suitably qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented groups, and from candidates who are neurodiverse. If you require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know, we are committed to making reasonable adjustments so that everyone can perform at their best.
We also welcome applications for part-time, flexible and job-share working, where this can be accommodated within the role.
How to Apply
Please review the full job description and person specification and complete the application to show how you meet the essential requirements. We’d also like to hear about your relevant experience, what you can bring to the role, and your aspirations for the future.
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
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Eastgate Academy
- School type
- Academy, 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
- Phone number
- 01553603017
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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