Teaching Assistant

Morland C of E Primary School; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Morland Church of England Primary School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team. You will work 19.5 hours per week across 38 weeks per year and support learning in the classroom, mainly with children, under the direction of the class teachers.

The role requires GCSE English and mathematics, with an appropriate level of expertise and qualifications in school, including A-C (Grade 4-9). Lunchtime duties are included in the position.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and mathematics is required.
• Experience in a school setting is desirable.
• A-C (Grade 4-9) level academically.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing each child's self-esteem and personal and social skills.
• Undertake a range of tasks to support learning in the classroom, mainly with children.
• Work individually or in small groups.
• Collaborate with class teachers to plan and deliver classroom support.
• Be prepared to cover a 30 minute lunchtime session.

Job description

• Morland Church of England Primary School
• Address: Morland Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 0LH
• Salary: £26,016 per annum (pro rata), Pay scale Grade 3 Spinal Column Point 4
• Hours: 19.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract: Fixed Term Contract up to 31 August 2027
• Reference: 5671

Morland Church of England Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to join our school.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• assist in developing each child's self-esteem and personal and social skills
• undertake a range of specialised tasks to support learning in the classroom, working mainly with children
• individually or in small groups
• work closely with the class teachers to maintain high standards, liaising with teaching staff to plan and deliver classroom support
• have an appropriate level of expertise, qualifications and / or experience in school, including A-C (Grade 4-9)
• GCSE English and mathematics.
• work at lunchtime covering a 30 minute session.

You will be:

• resilient, hardworking and self-motivated
• able to adapt to suit the needs of individual learners
• able to manage change well, and support pupils in a variety of situations
• flexible and able to use your own initiative
• able to work independently and as part of a team
• willing to work flexibly and undertake a range of duties.

In return, we can offer:

• a dedicated, large, supportive team of professional colleagues and governors
• friendly, energetic pupils who are keen to learn and appreciate the support that they are given
• a school that values your commitment to helping children achieve and will support your professional development.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (Word).

For further details and to arrange a visit, please contact the school by either calling 01473 727646 or emailing [e-mail]

Closing date:

12.00 pm, 13 November 2026.

Interview date:

18 November 2026.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Appointment will be made subject to safer recruitment procedures, including an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.