Teaching Assistant and Midday Supervisory Assistant

Teaching Assistant and Midday Supervisory Assistant Magdalen Academy Teaching Assistant 27.5 hours per week Term time plus 1 week Salary - MRS Scale D Point 6 - Point 7 actual salary £16,540 - £16,803 (Full time annual salary £25,989 - £26,403) Midday Supervisory Assistant 3.75 hours per week Term time only Salary - MRS Scale A Point 3 actual salary £2,097 (Full time annual salary £24,796) Both roles are permanent Start date September 2026 Interview Date: 8th June 2026 Unity Education Trust are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant and Midday Supervisory Assistant to join our education team at Magdalen Academy. We are looking for versatile, resilient and committed Teaching Assistant with experience and skills supporting children in the KS2 classes. The successful candidate will work alongside the class teacher and other teaching assistants, assisting the children in their work and play, supporting with pupil behaviour and establishing good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and responding to individual needs. This role also includes 45 mins each day as a Midday Supervisory Assistant. Midday supervisors support the children by serving their lunches, supervising play inside or outside and clearing away food safely. Please note that the role does involve some regular physical activity e.g. supporting intimate care, interacting with students through play on the floor and responding promptly to escalated situations. This does not remove our obligation to make adjustments where appropriate. Magdalen Academy is part of Unity Education Trust who provide education for Norfolk children across all age ranges, mainstream, specialist provision, SEND and complex needs. When joining our federation, you will become part of our successful family of schools that prides itself in developing all. For an informal discussion about the post please email office@mag.unity-ed.uk Please visit our website: www.unityeducationtrust.uk Previous applicants need not reapply. How to apply Click on the Apply Now button. You can save you application and return to it later. Please ensure you have completed your application before the end date. No CVs accepted - Please complete an official application form if you wish to be considered for this role. Candidates are advised that they may be subject to an online check from information in the public domain. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications irrespective of race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation and/or age. We value the individuality and creativity that every worker potentially brings to the workforce. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. ​​​​​​​Unity Ed