Teaching Assistant

Sacred Heart Primary School   Sporle Road, Swaffham, Norfolk PE37 7HL  Due to join Sapientia Education Trust     Salary – Support Staff Scale, Points 4-6, £18,144-£19,062 actual pa (£25,185-£25,989 FTE)   Permanent   Part Time   31 hours per week   Term Time plus 1 week   Required for September 2026   Sacred Heart Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive community where every child is nurtured to grow academically, socially and emotionally. Located in the heart of Swaffham, our school serves families from the local area and beyond, fostering a strong sense of belonging, respect and partnership.  We are committed to providing a high-quality, engaging curriculum that inspires curiosity, creativity and a love of learning. We strive to enable all pupils to achieve their full potential through excellent teaching, high expectations and a supportive, caring environment.  Our core values underpin all aspects of school life. We encourage pupils to develop a strong sense of compassion, integrity and responsibility, preparing them to contribute positively to society. Opportunities for reflection and personal development are central to our approach, helping children to build confidence and resilience.  We value strong relationships with parents, carers and the wider community, recognising that collaboration is key to children’s success. Staff at Sacred Heart are dedicated, reflective professionals who work together to ensure every child feels safe, valued and inspired.  Joining Sacred Heart means becoming part of a committed team that is passionate about making a difference and supporting children to flourish both now and in the future.  Our school can offer:  Fantastic children who enjoy school and strive to do their best  A dedicated, friendly and supportive staff team  Opportunities for working collaboratively with other schools in the Trust  Amazing outdoor space  A range of CPD opportunities    THE ROLE   We are looking for a hard-working and enthusiastic person with high standards and the ability to communicate and interact effectively with others as part of our school as a Teaching Assistant.   As a Teaching Assistant, you are expected to provide an efficient and high-quality support to all students within the department, under the supervision and direction of the class teacher, in consultation with the SENCO as required.  How to apply   A job description is available from ‘Attachments’.  For this vacancy, if you click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, you will be redirected to our Trust’s website to apply via our online application form.  *We reserve the right to interview sooner if suitable candidates apply early     Closing date: 22July 2026, 12 noon*   Interview date: TBC      The Trust is committed to safeguarding and pr