Learning Support/Teaching Assistant

Tel: 01692 678293 

Email: office@ludham.norfolk.sch.uk 

Website: https://www.ludham.norfolk.sch.uk/  

Headteacher: Mrs Andrea Goreham 

NOR: 113 

• Salary – Scale D, £13.47 - £13.68 per hour (£25,989-£26,403 FTE) 
• Temporary until January 2027 
• Full Time or Job Share considered 
• Term Time plus 1 week 

Ludham Primary School and Nursery sits in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, surrounded by a beautiful natural environment and with extensive outdoor learning spaces, including a well-established Forest School provision for children aged 2–11. 

We are seeking to appoint a committed, energetic and emotionally intelligent Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant to strengthen our inclusive provision across the school. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children with SEND, while also helping more able learners to be stretched, inspired and challenged. 

This is a temporary role for three terms initially, with the possibility of becoming permanent from April 2027. The role may be offered as full-time or job share depending on applicants. 

This is a dynamic, varied role where no two days are the same. You will support a wide range of children to access learning, develop independence and thrive socially and emotionally. At times, the role may be demanding and unpredictable - but it is always meaningful and deeply rewarding. 

You will work flexibly across the school, contributing to high-quality provision, including outdoor learning, and supporting teachers to meet the needs of all pupils - from those requiring targeted SEND support to those ready for greater depth and challenge. 

We are looking for someone who: 

• Is flexible, adaptable and quick-thinking. 
• Brings energy, presence and genuine care to their work. 
• Believes passionately that education transforms lives. 
• Understands that strong relationships underpin all successful learning. 
• Can support children with a wide range of needs, including SEND, with consistency, empathy and high expectations. 
• Is confident contributing to learning that stretches and challenges more able pupils. 
• Works effectively as part of a team and communicates professionally. 
• Remains calm, solution-focused and positive, even on challenging days. 
• Contributes to the wider life of the school community. 

Essential: 

• Experience working with children. 
• A positive, proactive and nurturing approach. 
• Excellent communication skills. 
• A genuine passion for helping all children succeed. 
• GCSEs Grades C (or 5 and above) for English Language, Maths and Science. 
• Commitment to further professional development. 

Desirable: 

• Experience working with a range of SEND needs. 
• Knowledge of the Thrive Approach, ELSA or similar. 
• Forest School qualifications (up to Level 3) are a real plus, reflecting our commitment to outdoor learning. 
• Experience of delivering a high-quality systematic synthetic phonics programme, especially Read Write Inc, is highly valued. 
• Experience supporting or stretching more able learners. 
• A commitment to ongoing professional development in SEND and inclusion. 
• You will need patience, resilience and emotional intelligence, alongside the ability to maintain high expectations for every child - encouraging independence, responsibility and a love of learning. 
• As a small, community primary school, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Building trust with children, families and colleagues is central to this role. 

In return, we offer: 

• A supportive, forward-thinking leadership team. 
• A warm, inclusive school with a strong moral purpose. 
• Excellent CPD and training opportunities, particularly in SEND and outdoor learning. 
• Outstanding outdoor learning and Forest School provision. 
• A hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff team. 
• Wonderful children who make every day worthwhile. 

This role is ideal for someone who wants more than just a job - someone who believes in inclusive education, values the power of the outdoors, and is committed to helping every child flourish. 

Visits to school are warmly encouraged.  Please contact Mrs Russell (School Administrator) - office@ludham.norfolk.sch.uk  

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact the office on 01692 678293. 

How to apply 

To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button. 

Completed forms should be returned to - office@ludham.norfolk.sch.uk  

References will be requested prior to interview. 

The school reserves the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found. Early application is encouraged. 

Closing date:  11 June 2026, 12 noon 

Interview date:  w/c  15 June 2026 

Ludham Primary School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding pupils. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, health check and Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) and proof of right to work in the UK. The successful applicant will also be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. We are an equal opportunities employer. 

This post is subject to safer recruitment checks including Enhanced DBS and Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations. 

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.