SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism, Communication & SEMH)
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SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism, Communication & SEMH) – Near Attleborough, Norfolk
Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Pay: £14 – £15.50 per hour (DOE)
Start Date: ASAP
Transport: Own vehicle required (rural location)
Are you a compassionate, creative individual looking for a meaningful role supporting children with Autism, communication needs and SEMH? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly nurturing specialist school set in beautiful countryside near Attleborough, Norfolk.
The school provides an exceptional environment where pupils aged 5–16 thrive through outdoor learning, sensory experiences and relationship-centred support. With four on-site forest schools, vast outdoor spaces and purpose-built therapeutic areas, this is a setting where every day brings connection, calm and creativity.
Why Join This School?
Stunning rural campus with acres of outdoor learning areas
Four dedicated forest schools offering sensory, nature-led education
Exceptionally supportive leadership invested in wellbeing and training
Whole-child philosophy focusing on communication and emotional literacy
Genuinely happy, collaborative team who uplift one another
Your Role as an SEN Teaching Assistant
You will:
Provide 1:1 and small-group support guided by teachers and therapists
Assist with communication strategies and behaviour support plans
Take part in outdoor learning, forest school sessions and hands‑on activities
Build trusting, nurturing relationships that help pupils feel safe and understood
Play a key part in helping children regulate, learn and grow each day
What You’ll Need
A calm, caring and patient approach
Genuine passion for working with children with Autism and SEMH needs
SEN experience helpful (training provided for the right candidate)
Your own transport due to rural access
Willingness to be active, creative and outdoors in all seasons
What You’ll Receive
£14.01 – £15.40 per hour (DOE)
Free CPD training via Inspire EHC
Ongoing guidance from a dedicated consultant
The chance to join a truly inspiring, therapeutic school community
Important Information
All applicants will undergo full vetting in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including DBS and referencing.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.
If you're ready to trade fluorescent lights for forest trails and join a school where every day feels meaningful — we’d love to hear from you
- Location:
- Attleborough
- Salary:
- £14 - £15.5 /hour
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Education
