SEN Teaching Assistant; Autism, Communication & SEMH

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism, Communication & SEMH)
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