Teaching Assistant - KS2 SEN Support

Tel: 01485 600241

Email: office@hollymeadows.norfolk.sch.uk

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

Headteacher: Mrs Jennie Wildsmith-Garton

• Salary: Scale C, £13.26 per hour, depending on experience
• Permanent
• Part Time
• 30 hours per week
• Term time + 1 week
• Required for 1 September 2026

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic teaching assistant who is passionate about inclusion to work with SEND pupils in Key Stage 2 at Holly Meadows School from 1 September 2026, with the possibility of some transition days in July before starting this role.  

Holly Meadows School are looking to appoint someone who:

• Has experience of supporting pupils with SEND and an understanding of inclusion.
• Is qualified to at least NVQ2 or equivalent or in the process of achieving a relevant TA qualification.
• Is flexible and able to intuitively adapt to the needs of children.
• Can use their initiative, is adaptable and resourceful.
• Strives for the best outcomes for all children, regardless of their barriers to learning. Has experience of working with children in the primary school age range (4-11).
• Is reliable and well-organised.
• Can develop positive, professional relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers.
• Can use good interpersonal skills and show commitment to working within a caring and supportive team. 

If you are interested in joining Holly Meadows, a happy and welcoming village school, with enthusiastic and engaging children and a creative staff team, please apply. 

How to apply

To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button. Alternatively, an application form is available from the school office.

Applications should be handed in to the school office or returned by email to - admin@hollymeadows.norfolk.sch.uk

Closing date:       26 June 2026 

Interview date:       2 July 2026

We are committed to the safeguarding of all children, through its policies, practice and monitoring procedures. Any applicant wishing to work around children can expect to have an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

This post is likely to 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.

If short listed for interview your motives for working in a school setting will be explored. Knowing that racism, sexism and other forms of discrimination exist, we promote justice, fairness and equality in all areas of school life. All backgrounds and groups, including those with disabilities, are welcome to apply. 

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 covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.