Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Flexible short-term and long-term opportunities available immediately

These flexible opportunities are ideal for support staff who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different school settings. You will be supporting pupils in Great Yarmouth and the surrounding areas, helping them access learning and develop confidence through tailored SEND support.

Duties as SEND Teaching Assistant:

Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEND
Assist teachers in delivering differentiated and accessible learning activities
Help implement individual education plans and personalised strategies
Support pupils with communication, sensory, physical, cognitive, or social needs
Promote a calm, inclusive, and positive learning environment
Assist pupils with personal care needs where required
Monitor and record pupil progress and share observations with staff
Contribute to wider school routines during longer-term placements

Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant:

Experience supporting pupils with SEND
Understanding of strategies for needs such as autism, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, or speech and language difficulties
Calm, patient, and nurturing approach
Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
Confident using behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
Adaptable across different key stages and classroom environments
Professional, reliable, and proactive
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

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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