Sapientia Education Trust
Student Support Assistant
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Location: Fakenham
Salary: SCP5 – 6 - £26,427 - £26,847 FTE
Actual Salary: £19,966 - £20,645 pro rata per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent (32.5 hours a week – Term Time plus 1 week)
Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and reach their full potential?
We’re looking for a committed and compassionate Student Support Assistant to join the dedicated SEND team at Fakenham Academy during the autumn term 2026.
Previous experience of working with young people, or in an educational environment, is desirable. Consideration will be given to applicants who are considering a career in education and wish to gain experience. This is a fantastic opportunity for applicants with patience, understanding, and a commitment to the success of every child to join our school community.
Why Fakenham Academy?
Fakenham Academy is a local school with high ambitions and a key drive for continuous improvement. We believe that education is the key to transforming life chances, and that by creating an outstanding learning environment where all students are happy and taught well, we will enhance their prospects to become productive, successful citizens of the future. Our core standards include high expectations of everyone in our learning community; good discipline consistently applied; reliably good quality teaching; a commitment from parents to work in partnership with the academy and respectful, positive relationships between everyone in our learning community. For us, it is about educating the whole child through a diverse and broad curriculum and making sure they are prepared to enter today’s modern world, as well-rounded, capable young men and women. Our latest Ofsted inspection recognized the high-level standard we work hard to deliver resulting in being rated a “good” school in all aspects of the inspection.
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As a Student Support Assistant, you will work flexibly with students across the school who have a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities. You will help them access learning in the classroom, provide tailored support, and promote independence and confidence.
You will be expected to follow the Professional Standards for Teaching Assistants, which include:
- Upholding personal and professional conduct.
- Developing strong knowledge and understanding of your role.
- Supporting high-quality teaching and learning.
- Working effectively with others across the school community.
You’ll be part of a team committed to high-quality support and will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to ensure all students feel safe, included, and ready to succeed.
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.
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