About this role
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Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Norton College – Worcester, Worcester WR5 2BA
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am–4.00pm
Contract: Permanent | Term time only
Start: September 2026
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role
You’ll work closely with the Headteacher, leadership team and multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver an outstanding education service in line with regulatory standards. This is a role for a strong leader who can inspire excellence, model best practice and champion the needs of every student.
What You’ll Do
Lead curriculum coordination, behaviour support, assessment of referrals and high‑quality teaching practice across the school
Monitor student progress, oversee Behaviour Support Plans with the clinical team and ensure all programmes meet required standards
Support staff recruitment, development and performance management, modelling company values and maintaining a positive, professional culture
Uphold safeguarding, health & safety, SEND legislation and all company policies while contributing to effective school operations and community engagement
What We’re Looking For
GCSE Maths and English minimum C or above required
Previous TA experience required
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, guide and support staff
A commitment to safeguarding, high standards and inclusive practice
Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
A positive, resilient and collaborative approach
Driving licence required
About us
Norton College is a specialist independent school for students aged 11–19, with sites in Worcester and Tewkesbury. We support young people with a range of complex learning needs through vocational pathways and bespoke learning packages, helping them develop the skills, confidence, and independence they need for life beyond education.
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