Teaching Assistant KS2 1:1

Part of the Carleton Rode and Forncett St Peter CEVA Primary Federation   Tel: 01508 530506   Email:   office@forncett.norfolk.sch.uk     Website:  https://www.forncett.norfolk.sch.uk/      Salary – Scale D, £25,989 - £26,403 FTE Fixed Term (pupil specific)   Part Time   30 hours per week (M-F)   Term Time + 1 week   Required for 1 September 2026   We are seeking a caring, skilled and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and committed team. This fixed-term post is to provide support for a KS2 child.  A full job description will be provided separately.  We are looking for someone who:  has experience of working with children with SEND  has experience using de-escalation techniques  has strong literacy and numeracy skills  is enthusiastic, adaptable and has a good sense of humour  can work effectively as part of a team  is committed to working in partnership with staff and families  Personal Qualities:  creativity and initiative to design resources and plan meaningful learning experiences  flexibility and the ability to adapt activities to meet children’s needs  excellent communication skills  a positive approach to working with parents and colleagues  Working hours :  8.45am–3.15pm, Monday to Friday (30 hours per week).   You will be joining a supportive team in a positive teaching and learning environment, with opportunities for ongoing professional development.  For more information, please contact the school on 01508 530506 where you can speak to the Executive Headteacher, Executive Deputy Headteacher or SENCO.  How to apply   A job description is available from ‘Attachments’.  To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button.  Completed forms should be returned to –  office@forncett.norfolk.sch.uk   Closing date: 29 May 2026   Interview date: 10 June 2026   We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you may be required to undergo pre-employment checks.   This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list.  If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post.  Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.   This post is