Teaching Assistant

St Alban's Catholic High School; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

St Alban's Catholic High School in Ipswich is looking for a committed individual to join their Learning Support team. The role involves assisting students aged 11+ with additional support needs, guiding them both individually and in small groups.

Candidates must have a minimum of Level 4/Grade C in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent and be fluent in spoken English. The position is reserved for male candidates due to the nature of support required.

Closing date for applications is 8:00 am, 7th July 2026.

Qualifications

• Desired experience working with students aged 11 and over.
• Fluency in spoken English is essential.
• Educational qualifications of Level 4 in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students needing additional support individually or in groups.
• Support the SENCo in the learning support department.
• Encourage a caring Christian community among students.

Skills

Experience working with young people aged 11+

Fluent spoken English

Education

Level 4/Grade C in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our Learning Support team.

Responsibilities

Assist students who need additional support, either individually or in small groups.

Lead by example and assist the SENCo with all aspects of the smooth running of the learning support department and manage the effective use of resources and high standards of learning and achievement for all students.

Provide support within a caring Christian community where all are respected, valued and supported to achieve their potential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people aged 11+ is desired.
• Minimum of Level 4/Grade C in Maths and English GCSE (or equivalent qualification).
• Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 requirement: ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement.
• Protected role for a male candidate due to the needs of the students they will be supporting.

Other Information

St Alban's Catholic High School strives to provide an excellent education for our students within a caring Christian community where all are respected, valued and supported to achieve their potential. Our motto is “Love God, Love Our Neighbour, Love Learning” and through this mission we aim to inspire, challenge, support and value every student to achieve their potential.

Closing date: 8:00 am, 7th July 2026.

Please see the attached job description for the full specifics.