Mana Education recruits SEN teachers, teaching assistants and SEND support staff for schools across Norfolk.

We work with specialist schools and provisions supporting pupils with autism, SEMH and complex learning needs.

SEN Teachers, Teaching Assistants & SEND Support Roles

📍 Areas Covered: Norwich, Wymondham, Attleborough, Diss, Thetford, Watton, Swaffham, Downham Market, King’s Lynn and surrounding villages

🕒 Job Types: Full-time | Part-time | Long-term | Temp-to-Perm | Permanent
💰 Salary: £95 – £120 per day (Support Staff) | Teachers paid to scale depending on experience

Mana Education recruits SEN teachers, teaching assistants and SEND support staff for specialist schools across Norfolk.

We work closely with specialist schools and SEN provisions that support pupils with additional needs including autism, SEMH, ADHD and complex learning difficulties.

These roles offer a fantastic opportunity for educators who want to work in supportive environments where they can make a meaningful difference to pupils’ lives.

➡ Return to main SEN jobs page: SEN Teaching & Support Jobs in Norfolk, Cambridgeshire & the East Midlands

👩‍🏫 SEN Roles Available in Norfolk

We regularly recruit for a variety of SEN roles across the region.

📚 SEN Teachers

SEN teachers deliver personalised learning designed around pupils’ individual needs and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Typical responsibilities include:

✔ Delivering adapted lessons for pupils with autism and SEMH needs
✔ Supporting pupils with communication and social development
✔ Working alongside Teaching Assistants and therapists
✔ Monitoring progress and adapting teaching strategies

SEN teaching opportunities may include:

• Primary SEN teachers

• Secondary SEN teachers

• Autism specialist teachers

• SEMH teachers

🧑‍🏫 SEN Teaching Assistants & Learning Support Assistants

Teaching Assistants play a vital role in helping pupils access education.

Responsibilities may include:

✔ Providing 1:1 or small group support
✔ Supporting communication and emotional development
✔ Encouraging positive behaviour strategies
✔ Supporting EHCP targets
✔ Helping pupils develop independence

🧠 Other SEN Support Roles

Specialist schools may also recruit:

✔ Behaviour Support Assistants
✔ SEN Learning Mentors
✔ Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA)
✔ Pastoral Support Workers
✔ Therapy Support Staff

🧩 Special Educational Needs Supported

Schools across Norfolk support pupils with a wide range of additional needs including:

✔ Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
✔ ADHD
✔ Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH)
✔ Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
✔ Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
✔ Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
✔ Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
✔ Complex medical needs

Staff work closely with therapists, SEN specialists and healthcare professionals to provide personalised support for each pupil.

📍 SEN Jobs Across Norfolk

Mana Education recruits SEN staff for schools across a wide catchment area including:

Norwich

Norfolk’s largest city with a growing number of SEN schools and specialist provisions.

Wymondham & Attleborough

Located along the A11 corridor, these towns provide convenient commuting routes for educators working in specialist schools across the region.

Diss

A key hub close to the Norfolk–Suffolk border with access to several SEN provisions in surrounding rural areas.

Thetford & Watton

Areas with a number of specialist education settings serving pupils from across Norfolk.

Swaffham, Downham Market & King’s Lynn

Schools in these areas serve pupils from across West Norfolk and surrounding rural communities.

Many educators working in SEN schools commute from nearby towns and villages across Norfolk and neighbouring counties.

❤️ Why Work in SEN Schools in Norfolk?

Specialist SEN schools often provide unique and rewarding working environments.

Educators working in SEN settings often value:

🌟 Smaller class sizes
🌟 Strong support from teaching assistants and therapists
🌟 Collaborative multidisciplinary teams
🌟 Opportunities to see meaningful progress in pupils
🌟 Highly rewarding career paths

For many educators, working in SEN schools offers greater job satisfaction and the opportunity to make a real difference to young people’s lives.

🎓 Experience & Qualifications

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

✔ SEN education
✔ Special schools or alternative provision
✔ Behaviour support roles
✔ Youth work or mentoring
✔ Residential care or support work
✔ Healthcare or therapy environments

Relevant qualifications may include:

🎓 Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) for teaching roles
🎓 Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification
🎓 Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
🎓 CACHE Supporting Teaching and Learning certificates

Additional training that may be beneficial includes:

✔ Team Teach
✔ Makaton
✔ PECS
✔ Autism awareness training

However, patience, empathy and resilience are often just as important as formal qualifications.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need SEN experience?

SEN experience is helpful but not always essential. Candidates with experience in care, youth work or mentoring may also be suitable.

Are both teaching and support roles available?

Yes. We recruit for SEN teachers, teaching assistants and specialist SEND support staff.

Are the roles permanent?

Opportunities include temporary, long-term and permanent roles depending on the school’s needs.

Do I need a DBS check?

Yes. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS check or be willing to obtain one.

📩 Apply for SEN Jobs in Norfolk

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and would like to work in SEN schools across Norfolk, we would love to hear from you.

📞 Call: 0800 0 255 144
📧 Email: sen@manaeducation.co.uk

Mana Education specialises in placing SEN teachers, teaching assistants and SEND support staff into schools across Norfolk and the surrounding region.

🤝 What Mana Education Offers

When you work with Mana Education, you benefit from:

✔ Competitive pay rates
✔ Weekly pay
✔ Flexible working opportunities
✔ Long-term and permanent career options
✔ Dedicated SEN recruitment specialists
✔ Interview support and career advice
✔ Opportunities in specialist SEN schools

We work closely with schools to match educators with roles where they can thrive and make a real difference.