Unqualified Teaching Assistant
Be the Difference Every Single Day | Greater Norwich
Looking for a role that challenges you, stretches you, and truly matters?
We’re seeking confident, resilient individuals to step into the role of Unqualified Teaching Assistant across high-need schools in Greater Norwich and surrounding areas. These are dynamic, fast-paced environments where your consistency, calm authority, and positive presence can transform a young person’s school experience.
No two days are the same — and that’s exactly the point.
Whether your background is in education, childcare, youth work, care, sports coaching, or behaviour support, what matters most is your ability to build trust, manage behaviour with confidence, and stay composed under pressure. If you thrive in active environments and aren’t afraid to take initiative, this is your opportunity to make real impact.
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The Role
You’ll play a vital part in supporting pupils with complex academic, emotional, and behavioural needs by:
* Supporting tailored learning and behaviour strategies
* Assisting with literacy, numeracy, and classroom activities
* Managing challenging behaviour with clear boundaries and calm communication
* Helping create a safe, structured, and purposeful learning environment
* Acting as a consistent, positive role model
This is a hands-on role suited to individuals who bring energy, empathy, and strong classroom presence.
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What We’re Looking For
* Confidence in high-energy, high-pressure school settings
* Strong behaviour-management instincts
* Calm, resilient, and solution-focused mindset
* Flexibility and reliability
* The ability to build respectful, professional relationships with pupils and staff
Essential Requirement:
A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are mandatory, as placements may vary and travel between schools is often required at short notice.
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What You’ll Receive
* Access to Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy, including accredited training
* Competitive weekly pay reflective of your experience and performance
* Easy-to-use online systems for timesheets and communication
* Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands the demands of the role
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If you’re ready to step into a role that’s challenging, meaningful, and genuinely impactful, apply today and start changing outcomes for young people across Greater Norwich.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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