About this role
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Location: Surlingham Primary School, Norwich
Salary: SCP 12 (£29,542FTE) – 17 (£32,046FTE) PRO RATA SALARY £12,876 - £14,217
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time (18.75 hours per week)
TO START NOVEMBER 2026
We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic High Level Teaching Assistant to join our successful and welcoming primary school. The role will be teaching all year groups, under the guidance and direction of the class teacher, covering their planning, preparation and assessment time. Surlingham Primary School is a small village school located six miles south of Norwich, close to the River Yare and the Broads National Park. Within our school grounds we have a playground area and a large playing field.
The school prides itself in knowing all the children well and making sure that each child is happy and challenged to learn to their full potential. As a result, the atmosphere in school is relaxed and positive, and contributes to the high level of attainment and standards of behaviour at the school.
We have a fantastic, friendly staff team and we are passionate about providing a world class education within our beautiful small school setting and endeavour to create a range of enrichment activities for all subjects, including a broad range of trips and visits. Our children love coming to school.
We are looking for a candidate who:
Has a warm personality and a good sense of humourHas high expectations of pupil behaviour and achievementworks well as part of a teamIs willing to teach lessons across the school in all year groups – under the direct supervision of the class teacherIs willing to contribute to school life in a busy village schoolIs willing to deliver a range of supportive and structured interventions for pupilsEnjoys working with supportive parents, governors and the wider communityHas initiative & is self-motivatedHas good ICT skills. What we offer:
A beyond the academic approach to lessons that encompasses our school values of Believe Explore, AchieveWonderful children who love coming to schoolA warm, friendly and supportive team of colleaguesWider opportunities for personal development and support through the Sapientia Education Trust. Closing date – Monday 19 October 2026 – at 12:00
Interviews – Thursday 22 October
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Sapientia Education Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.