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Teaching Assistant

Suffolk County Council
Ipswich, GBR
Part-time
Mid
Onsite
GBP 25185 / year
Discovered 6 days ago

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Key responsibilities

  • Support the class teacher in delivering engaging, effective lessons aligned with the primary curriculum
  • Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning, build confidence, and promote progress
  • Provide tailored support for pupils with SEND, adapting activities to ensure full participation
  • Assist in implementing teacher-led interventions and strategies to help pupils meet their learning goals
  • Promote positive behaviour, independence, resilience, and self-esteem
  • Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials
  • Monitor pupil engagement and progress, sharing observations with the class teacher
  • Support pupils during break times, educational visits, and extracurricular activities
  • Contribute to maintaining a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
  • Skills and Personal Qualities
  • We are looking for someone who is:
  • a strong communicator, able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
  • patient, nurturing, and committed to supporting children’s individual needs
  • flexible and adaptable within a busy school environment
  • a proactive team player who contributes positively to school life
  • passionate about inclusion and ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.

Experience

  • Experience working with children, particularly those with SEND or requiring 1 to 1 support, is desirable but not essential. Training and support will be provided.
  • For more information
  • Please read the Job Description (Word).
  • Visits are warmly welcomed and recommended. Please contact the School Office, on 01473 251613 or via email [email protected] for an appointment.
  • St Margaret’s CEVA Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a DBS enhanced check.
  • How to apply
  • Please read the Application Guidance for School Support Staff (Word) and complete the Application Form for School Support Staff (Word), which should be returned to [email protected]
  • Closing date: 12 pm, 4 November 2026.
  • Interview date: 9 November 2026.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with children, particularly those with SEND or requiring 1 to 1 support, is desirable but not essential. Training and support will be provided.

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