Teaching Assistant

Suffolk Jobs Direct; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Ipswich is looking for a Grade 3 Teaching Assistant to support children in the Specialist Support Unit. This role involves collaborating with teachers to facilitate learning and supporting children with Special Educational Needs, including autism and ADHD. The ideal candidate should possess GCSEs in English and Maths, be flexible, enthusiastic, and have experience in special education. This position offers a salary of £26,403 - £28,142 per annum, on a fixed-term contract until August 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience with children with autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties.
• Skilled and committed to working with children with Special Educational Needs.
• Ability to liaise with different stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with children's learning.
• Work with groups or individuals directed by the class teacher.
• Report on children's progress.

Skills

Knowledge of SEND

Ability to work as part of a team

Flexibility and enthusiasm

Proven ability to facilitate positive behaviour

Education

GCSE Grades A-C in English and Maths or equivalent

Job description

• Gorseland Primary School
• Address: Ipswich, Suffolk, IP5 3QR
• Salary: £26,403 - £28,142 per annum (pro rata)
• Hours: 8.30am - 3.30pm, Monday to Friday, 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.
• Contract: Fixed term till 31 August 2026
• Reference: 8204

We are seeking to appoint a Grade 3 Teaching Assistant within the Specialist Support Unit (SSU).

Our Specialist Unit consists of:

• Reception and Key Stage One Specialist Unit
• Key Stage Two Cognition and Learning Unit

This vacancy is currently in our KS1 class.

The children are grouped into class bases according to their age and development and not just their age.

The role will involve, but not be limited to:

• supporting the class teacher with the children’s learning and smooth running of the classroom
• working with groups of children or individuals under the direction of the class teacher
• reporting back to the class teacher on how well the children have made progress
• supporting children who are dysregulated
• liaising with different stakeholders
• attending CPD to further knowledge in SEND and how children learn
• helping the children to learn social skills throughout the day, including playtime and lunchtime

We need to recruit a Teaching Assistant who:

• has knowledge and experience of SEND, including autism, ADHD, communication difficulties and global developmental delay
• has the ability to work as part of a team, with a range of stakeholders
• is flexible, enthusiastic, skilled and committed to working with children with SEN demonstrating kindness and patience
• has proven ability to skilfully facilitate positive behaviour
• GCSE Grades A-C in English and maths or equivalent
• considerable expertise or specialism in assisting the progress of children with Special Educational Needs.

For more information

Gorseland Primary School is in the Kesgrave/Martlesham area. Please look at our website - where you can find out more about the school.

Please read the Safeguarding Policy (pdf), Job Description (pdf) and Person Specification (pdf).

How to apply

Please complete the Application Form (word) and read the Application Guidance (word).

Application forms should be submitted by email to [e-mail]

Closing date: 9am, 6 January 2026

Gorseland is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.