Pupil Specific 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Magdalen Academy

·       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)

·       This is a fixed term contract until 21^st July 2027, due to this position being pupil specific

·       Interview Date: 8^th June 2026

Unity Education Trust are recruiting for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our team at Magdalen Academy, providing individual support to a Key Stage 2 pupil with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

We are looking for versatile, resilient and committed Teaching Assistant with experience of supporting children in KS2, particularly those with additional needs. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and wider staff team to support the pupil’s learning, emotional regulation and behaviour, helping them to access the curriculum and develop positive relationships. You will play a key role in building a trusting relationship with the child, acting as a positive role model, and responding proactively to their individual needs.

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.

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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 Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.

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.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

We also reserve to right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.