At a Glance
- Tasks: Support KS2 pupils with SEMH needs in small groups, helping them achieve their goals.
- Company: Join Unity Education Trust, dedicated to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity to grow within a passionate team focused on inclusive education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience or interest in working with children with diverse learning needs, especially SEMH.
The predicted salary is between 19547 - 19859 £ per year.
(Please note that this role is offered at 32.5 hours per week and we are unable to consider requests for reduced or part-time hours.), We need a passionate and determined TA to work with our wonderful pupils in our SEMH SRB.
You will work with them in small groups in the base.
In addition, you will be responsible for ensuring the pupils EHCP targets are met, and their social and emotional skills developed.
- Be a kind, caring person, who knows that children learn best in an inclusive environment.
- Have experience or interest in working with children with different learning needs, particularly experience of working with children with SEMH.
- Have experience of or ideas about how to use creative and innovative strategies to engage children in school life and learning.
- Have patience and resilience when dealing with children who demonstrate challenging behaviours.
- Have excellent communication skills.
Be able to work individually and as part of a team. 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.
Salary - Scale D Point 6 - Point 7 actual salary £19,547 - £19,859 (Full time annual salary £25,989 - £26,403)
- Permanent
- Interview date: 11th September 2026
This is an exciting opportunity to join our amazing Specialist Resource Base team.
We have an eight place SRB unit, for pupils on the SEMH needs. Our goal is to support them to be able to take part in mainstream classes as much as possible.
By working in the base, you will get the chance to develop your skills and knowledge for supporting pupils with SEMH, through the skill of the team in school, and with the wider SRB teams for Norfolk County Council and our specialist partners.
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Teaching Assistant for KS2 SEMH Specialist Resource Base employer: Unity Education Trust
Unity Education Trust (UET) is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant work culture centred around creativity and community impact. Located in Dereham, Norfolk, UET offers a supportive environment where employees can thrive, with opportunities for professional growth and development while making a meaningful difference in the lives of students and families. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values individuality and collaboration, ensuring that every voice is heard and celebrated.
