Teaching Assistant

Suffolk County Council; Saxmundham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff induction

CPD opportunities

Wellbeing support

Career progression

Training provided

Job summary

The Consortium Trust is recruiting a Teaching Assistant for Yoxford and Peasenhall Primary School in Suffolk. The role supports learning across the primary phase and may include one-to-one pupil support, aiding development and wellbeing.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff, follow school policies, and contribute to an inclusive, nurturing classroom. Aimed at dedicated and caring professionals with a strong commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Grade C/4+ Numeracy and Literacy required.
• Basic level of computer literacy required.
• HLTA or TA qualification or relevant experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development in collaboration with class teachers.
• Provide one-to-one support for individual pupils.
• Help pupils overcome barriers and flourish academically and personally.
• Promote an inclusive, positive learning environment and adhere to school policies.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Safeguarding awareness

Behaviour management

Education

Grade C/4+ Numeracy

Literacy (Grade C/4+)

Basic computer literacy

HLTA/TA qualification or experience

Job description

• Yoxford and Peasenhall Primary School
• Address: Yoxford, Saxmundham, Suffolk IP17 3EU
• Salary: £13.43 per hour
• Hours: 31.75 hours per week*
• Contract: Permanent.Required from 5 October 2026
• Reference: 5433

*8.30am – 3.15pm (1/2-hour unpaid lunch).

Yoxford and Peasenhall Primary Schoolare delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a dedicated, experienced, and approachable Teaching Assistant to join our team and make a positive impact across the primary phase.

We are seeking an individual who combines professionalism with warmth and enthusiasm, and who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential.

The role will involve working closely with class teachers to support learning and development, and may include providing one-to-one support for individual pupils, helping them to overcome barriers and flourish both academically and personally. You will be committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment where every child feels valued and supported.

If you are a motivated and caring professional with a strong commitment to children's wellbeing and achievements, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who:

• demonstrates excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to establish positive connections with children, colleagues, and families

• is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential, regardless of the challenges they may face

• communicates effectively and professionally with both children and adults, verbally and in writing

• has experience working with children across all age groups within a school environment

• can support pupils with a wide range of SEND needs and varying abilities

• understands and adheres to school policies, procedures, and GDPR requirements

• confidently promotes positive behaviour and effectively implements a variety of behaviour management strategies

• demonstrates a commitment to ongoing professional development through participation in school and Trust CPD opportunities

• has a thorough understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and best practice.

We will offer you:

• a comprehensive staff induction program

• full support and training from a wider team

• a wide range of staff benefits

• an extensive wellbeing support package

• the opportunity for career progression within the trust

• personalised performance management

• a bespoke package of CPD as required.

Essential Qualifications:

• grade C/4+ level of Numeracy and Literacy

• basic level of computer literacy.

Desirable Qualifications:

• relevant HLTA or TA qualification, or relevant experience.

Line manager:

Academy Head.

Training:

Induction program provided and a bespoke package of CPD will be arranged as required.

To find out more

Please read the Job Description (pdf) and Consortium Trust Benefits (pdf)

For further information, please email Gail Kirk on [e-mail] or call 01728 585406.

Closing date: 3 pm, 16 September 2026.

Interview date: 21 September 2026.

The Consortium Trust demonstrates and implements safeguarding protocols in all aspects of their working practices and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, and this will include social media checks.