Job description

KS2 Teaching Assistant – Part-time, long-term temporary role from May 2026 until June 2026, 3 to 4 mornings per week

This school provides a warm, nurturing, and well‑organised learning environment where pupils benefit from supportive staff, clear routines, and purposeful teaching. Leaders work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to maintain high expectations, helping pupils feel safe, confident, and ready to learn. Pupils respond positively to calm, consistent approaches that encourage independence, resilience, and steady academic progress.

Duties as KS2 Teaching Assistant:

Support KS2 pupils across 3 to 4 mornings per week
Assist with small‑group work, interventions, and 1:1 learning activities
Provide additional support to pupils with SEND needs where required
Reinforce key skills in literacy, numeracy, and wider curriculum tasks
Help maintain positive behaviour and consistent routines
Support teachers with classroom preparation and resource organisation
Promote pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
Uphold safeguarding expectations and prioritise pupil welfare

Ideal KS2 Teaching Assistant:

Experience supporting KS2 pupils
SEND experience is preferred
Patient, calm, and proactive in meeting varied learning needs
Confident delivering small‑group and 1:1 support
Effective communicator with strong teamwork abilities
Able to follow teacher direction while using initiative where appropriate
Reliable, organised, and committed to supporting pupil progress
Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting pupil well‑being

Stand Out with Step Teachers

At Step Teachers, we’re proud to be the only education recruitment agency in Norfolk offering Step On training, part of the County’s respected Norfolk Steps behaviour management programme to all teachers and support staff who register with us.

What is Step On?

Step On is an evidence-based training programme developed by Norfolk County Council, supporting schools for over 15 years. It helps educators and support staff create calm, inclusive, and consistent learning environments where every child can thrive.

Why Step Teachers?

We don’t just help you find work; we invest in your professional development. Through our partnership with Norfolk Steps, we equip teachers and support staff with skills recognised across Norfolk’s schools, helping you make a meaningful impact from day one.
Step Teachers is an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, a proud REC member, and REC Audited in Education - meeting the highest standards in safeguarding and compliance.

All candidates undergo thorough checks aligned with the DfE’s Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, including references and Enhanced DBS verification via the Update Service or new application.

Benefits for Teachers and Support Staff in Norfolk

A competitive salary – depending on experience
PAYE weekly pay – no umbrella or self‑employed setups
Exclusive perks – retail discounts, travel offers, gym memberships
Well‑being support – access to emotional and physical wellness services via our pay portal

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