KS2 1:1 Teaching Assistant — SEMH Support, Wiggenhall St Mary Magdalen

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 21st July 2027, due to this position being pupil specific.

Interview Date: 8th 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.

The role involves regular physical activity such as 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, which provides education for Norfolk children across all age ranges, mainstream, specialist provision, SEND and complex needs.

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. It 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.

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. 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.