Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Great Yarmouth)
| Posting date: | 16 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,120 to £27,249 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale F: £25,120 to £27,249 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£28,598 - £31,022 full time/full year equivalent) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 May 2026 |
| Location: | Great Yarmouth, Norfolk |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Inspiration Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | APR20269013 |
Summary
Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale F: £25,120 to £27,249 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£28,598 - £31,022 full time/full year equivalent)
Working Weeks: 39 weeks
We are recruiting two roles with one starting in May 2026 and the other in September. Please indicate in the application if you will be able to start in either month or if you can only start on certain date.
Great Yarmouth Charter Academy is looking for two enthusiastic, reliable and responsible higher level teaching assistants to support our pupils across the school. This role will involve supporting a small group of pupils who are struggling to access mainstream curriculum and supporting the teacher in delivering a modified support curriculum for them.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Working with pupils with complex needs including behaviour, SEND (Special Education Needs), mental health, social and emotional needs, and those for whom English is not their first language to ensure they can thrive in mainstream education.
- Providing support with personal and social development; deliver academic and needs based sessions that help pupils to build the self-esteem, skills, and the aspirations they need to successfully engage with mainstream education.
- Working with pupils in a variety of formats; group work, classroom and one-to-one and covering a whole class when required.
- Providing academic and pastoral support for pupils as required.
- Assessing pupil needs
- Serving as an additional point of contact for parents relating to academic and pastoral issues.
- Supporting the other Designated Safeguarding Leads with aspects of safeguarding and welfare.
About You:
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and inspiring practitioner who is patient and adaptable with strong communication skills. You will support both teachers and students effectively by understanding learning needs, managing behaviour, and fostering a positive environment through proactive help and continuous learning. You will also be passionate about raising achievement through motivating and inspiring students, and keen to contribute to the school’s visions and values.
Essential:
- Excellent numeracy/literacy skills/GCSE (or equivalent NVQ 2 level) Maths and English
- NVQ 2 or equivalent in teaching assistance or equivalent experience
- Experience of working in roles that expect a high level of contact with parents or members of the public and experience liaising with different stakeholders
- Experience of working with vulnerable young people with SEND
- Good ICT skills
Desirable:
- Relevant level 3 or 4 qualification
- Qualifications in assessing SEND e.g. CCET or equivalent will be desirable. If you do not have this qualification, it would be useful if you would be willing to achieve this.
- First Aid qualification
We offer:
- Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions
- Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
- Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
- Free parking at most sites
- Personalised CPD and development programmes
- A structured and specific induction programme.
*Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.
About Us
Great Yarmouth Charter Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in June 2024. The report highlighted that "Pupils at Great Yarmouth Charter Academy are proud to attend the school. It provides them with a safe and structured environment. It is a place where pupils can thrive and achieve their potential."
Over the last four rounds of Year 7 admissions, the school has become oversubscribed with first-choice pupils. Our current job opportunities reflect this growth and our ongoing commitment to supporting students from our local community.
We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.
The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners.
If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Hannah Gray, PA to Principal (hannahgray@inspirationtrust.org) or call the school on 01493 842061.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Tuesday 5th May 2026
Interview date: Monday 11th or Wednesday 13th May 2026
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Working Weeks: 39 weeks
We are recruiting two roles with one starting in May 2026 and the other in September. Please indicate in the application if you will be able to start in either month or if you can only start on certain date.
Great Yarmouth Charter Academy is looking for two enthusiastic, reliable and responsible higher level teaching assistants to support our pupils across the school. This role will involve supporting a small group of pupils who are struggling to access mainstream curriculum and supporting the teacher in delivering a modified support curriculum for them.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Working with pupils with complex needs including behaviour, SEND (Special Education Needs), mental health, social and emotional needs, and those for whom English is not their first language to ensure they can thrive in mainstream education.
- Providing support with personal and social development; deliver academic and needs based sessions that help pupils to build the self-esteem, skills, and the aspirations they need to successfully engage with mainstream education.
- Working with pupils in a variety of formats; group work, classroom and one-to-one and covering a whole class when required.
- Providing academic and pastoral support for pupils as required.
- Assessing pupil needs
- Serving as an additional point of contact for parents relating to academic and pastoral issues.
- Supporting the other Designated Safeguarding Leads with aspects of safeguarding and welfare.
About You:
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and inspiring practitioner who is patient and adaptable with strong communication skills. You will support both teachers and students effectively by understanding learning needs, managing behaviour, and fostering a positive environment through proactive help and continuous learning. You will also be passionate about raising achievement through motivating and inspiring students, and keen to contribute to the school’s visions and values.
Essential:
- Excellent numeracy/literacy skills/GCSE (or equivalent NVQ 2 level) Maths and English
- NVQ 2 or equivalent in teaching assistance or equivalent experience
- Experience of working in roles that expect a high level of contact with parents or members of the public and experience liaising with different stakeholders
- Experience of working with vulnerable young people with SEND
- Good ICT skills
Desirable:
- Relevant level 3 or 4 qualification
- Qualifications in assessing SEND e.g. CCET or equivalent will be desirable. If you do not have this qualification, it would be useful if you would be willing to achieve this.
- First Aid qualification
We offer:
- Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions
- Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
- Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
- Free parking at most sites
- Personalised CPD and development programmes
- A structured and specific induction programme.
*Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.
About Us
Great Yarmouth Charter Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in June 2024. The report highlighted that "Pupils at Great Yarmouth Charter Academy are proud to attend the school. It provides them with a safe and structured environment. It is a place where pupils can thrive and achieve their potential."
Over the last four rounds of Year 7 admissions, the school has become oversubscribed with first-choice pupils. Our current job opportunities reflect this growth and our ongoing commitment to supporting students from our local community.
We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.
The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners.
If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Hannah Gray, PA to Principal (hannahgray@inspirationtrust.org) or call the school on 01493 842061.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Tuesday 5th May 2026
Interview date: Monday 11th or Wednesday 13th May 2026
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.