Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale D: £21,164 to £21,500 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£25,583 - £25,989 full time/full year equivalent)
Part Time: 35 hours per week / 5 days
Working Weeks: 39 weeks
Teaching Assistant (SRB) - Supporting SEND Pupils to Thrive
Are you passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potential? We are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our Specialist Resource Base (SRB) team, working under the guidance of teaching staff to support pupils' learning, development and wellbeing.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is committed to making a meaningful difference to the lives of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Working within our SRB, you will support pupils with a range of additional needs, delivering tailored learning and pastoral support that enables them to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. You will work both within the specialist provision and alongside mainstream classes where appropriate, helping pupils to build confidence, independence and essential life skills while promoting inclusion throughout the academy.
Experience of supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) would be a distinct advantage, although we also welcome applications from individuals with a genuine passion for inclusive education, excellent communication skills and a commitment to helping every child achieve their potential.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting pupils with SEND and EAL (English as an Additional Language) to access learning and achieve their potential.
- Working with individuals and small groups to deliver structured learning activities and targeted interventions, including literacy, numeracy, speech and language, emotional literacy and social skills.
- Monitoring and recording pupils’ progress, providing feedback to teachers and contributing to reviews of SEND provision.
- Supporting classroom management by promoting positive behaviour and using appropriate strategies, including de-escalation techniques where required.
- Providing one-to-one support for identified pupils, helping them develop confidence, independence and key life skills.
- Preparing and maintaining learning resources, including supporting pupils with ICT and other learning technologies.
- Supporting pupils during assessments, examinations, trips and other activities outside of the classroom.
- Working collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff, external professionals, parents and carers to support pupils’ needs.
- Following safeguarding procedures and promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of all pupils.
- Undertaking training to deliver specialist interventions and support pupils’ individual needs.
About You:
You will be a caring, patient and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with children and is committed to helping every pupil succeed. You will have the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues, work effectively as part of a team, and adapt your approach to meet individual learning needs. You will have experience of supporting children and an understanding of SEND, with experience working with children with autism being an advantage.
Essential:
- Good numeracy and literacy skills.
- Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age.
- Experience or understanding of supporting pupils with SEND.
- Ability to relate well to children and adults and build positive relationships.
- Ability to work constructively as part of a team and understand the role of a Teaching Assistant within the classroom.
Desirable:
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in Teaching Assistance, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience of delivering targeted interventions or supporting specific learning programmes.
- Experience working with children with autism.
- Training in SEND interventions such as Thinking Reading, ELSA, Zones of Regulation, or Speech and Language support.
- First Aid training or experience supporting pupils with specific medical needs.
Why Join Inspiration Trust
At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you’ll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.
We offer:
- Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions
- Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
- Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
- Free parking at most sites
- Personalised CPD and development programmes
- A structured and specific induction programme.
- Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.
About Us
The Hewett Academy in Norwich is a vibrant, ambitious secondary school rated Good by Ofsted, with Outstanding provision for personal development. With a strong ethos, a diverse and welcoming community, and exciting new facilities as part of our redevelopment programme, The Hewett Academy is a fantastic place to work, grow, and make a real difference in the lives of young people.
It’s been a great few years for Hewett Academy with fantastic GCSE results, 8 pieces of artwork in the Royal Academy, a complete school rebuilding project opening in September 2026, an Ofsted grading of “Good with Outstanding features” and results that make us one of the highest performing in Norfolk and the 3rd most improved on progress in England! We now have an exciting opportunity for you to join our committed and hardworking team at Hewett Academy.
We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.
The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners.
Next Steps
Before applying, please read the attached Recruitment Pack and Job Description, for more details about the role. We ask that you read this pack carefully, especially the “Planning your application” section from page 11. This will support your application ensuring you have the opportunity to tell us about your relevant skills, experience and qualifications that relate to the job description and person specification in addition to details of your references covering the last 5 years.
If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Carina Raven, PA to the Principal, at
[email protected]. Please be aware that, due to the school holidays, there may be a delay in receiving a response. To help with any queries during this period, please also copy in
[email protected] and, where possible, a member of the team may be able to assist.
When you start your application, you will receive several emails from our application provider, Vacancy Filler. Please be aware that some email providers may mistakenly mark these messages as spam. To avoid missing important updates, we recommend checking your spam or junk folders regularly throughout the application process and marking these emails as safe.
Closing date for applications: 12pm on Friday 21st August 2026
Interview date: Friday 4th September 2026
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
