Teaching Assistant

Saxmundham Primary School; Carlton; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Saxmundham Primary School invites applications for a Part‑Time Teaching Assistant. The role is 30 hours per week across 38 weeks per year, Monday to Friday, 8.45am to 3.15pm, with permanent status from January 2027.

The post supports teaching staff to help pupils access learning and develop their confidence and independence. The school is part of the East Anglian Schools Trust and offers a welcoming, collaborative environment with strong CPD and opportunities to contribute to school life through

Skills

Teamwork

Patience

Classroom support

Job description

About this Role

Saxmundham Primary School

East Anglian Schools Trust

Part‑Time Teaching Assistant - 30hrs per week - 38 weeks per year

Monday - Friday 8.45am - 3.15pm

Permanent

Commencing January 2027

Following an increase in pupil numbers and successful career progression of existing staff, we are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistants to join our committed team at Saxmundham Primary School.

Saxmundham Primary is a vibrant, welcoming and ambitious school, proudly rated Good in all areas by Ofsted. We are a thriving 3-11 primary school with an on‑site Nursery and a Published Admission Number (PAN) of 45. Our school is at the heart of the local community, providing a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their very best.

At Saxmundham Primary, we are passionate about ensuring all children flourish academically, socially and emotionally. Alongside high-quality teaching and learning, pupils benefit from a wealth of wider opportunities including School Council, Eco Council, sporting competitions, choir, performances and enrichment activities that help develop confidence, character and a love of learning.

We are looking for people who are committed to supporting children to succeed, enjoys working as part of a team and has high expectations for all learners.

We are proud to be part of East Anglian Schools Trust (EAST) alongside Farlingaye High School, Kesgrave High School, Bungay High School, Castle East School, Holbrook High School, EAST SCITT and five other primary schools Wickham Market, Easton, Aldeburgh, Leiston and Kyson with whom we work closely with.

We are a Teaching School Hub partner, which allows us to improve teaching and learning on a continuous basis. We are committed to providing excellent staff opportunities through developing and promoting our staff and offering an excellent CPD and support programme for new staff. We are also extremely pleased to have launched our own teacher training provider: EAST SCITT. This allows us to award QTS and also QTS + PGCE Programmes within both Primary and Secondary schools.

East Anglian Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share and adhere to this commitment.

Please note that all applicants will be subject to online searches. The successful candidate will be also be required to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Further Information

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact the school on 01728 602205 or email [e-mail].