Teaching Assistant - Ipswich

Teaching Personnel; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking passionate Teaching Assistants for long-term and short-term roles in Ipswich and surrounding areas. Opportunities include general classroom support and dedicated 1:1 assistance for SEN pupils. Flexible placements and competitive daily rates offered, along with expert guidance and support.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Accessibility to a wide network of local schools

Support and development opportunities

Flexibility in placements

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and proactive individuals.
• Previous school experience preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to classroom needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children in the classroom, including 1:1 and SEN settings.
• Assist in mainstream primary schools and Specialist Resource Bases (SRBs).

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Strong communication skills

Desire to support children

Job description

Teaching Assistants - Long-Term & Short-Term Roles Available (SEN, 1:1, and General Support)
Location: Ipswich and Surrounding Areas (including Felixstowe, Stowmarket, Woodbridge, Hadleigh)
Daily Pay: £89.60 - £100
Start Dates:Immediately September
Contract Type: Long-Term and Temporary Positions Available

Are you passionate about education and keen to support children in the classroom? Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or just starting your journey, we're looking for dedicated individuals to join schools across Ipswich and nearby areas.

We're recruiting Teaching Assistants for a wide range of roles - from general classroom support to working 1:1 with pupils, and within SEN settings. Opportunities are available in both mainstream primary schools and Specialist Resource Bases (SRBs), starting after the Easter half-term and in September.

• Enthusiastic, proactive individuals with a genuine desire to support children

• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills

• Previous school experience is great - but not essential

• A willingness to learn and adapt to different classroom needs

• A personalised approach - we place you in schools that suit your strengths and goals

• Competitive daily rates - £89.60 to £100 per day

• Flexibility - long-term placements, short-term cover, and everything in between

• Access to a wide network of local schools

• Support and development - expert guidance and CPD opportunities from our education consultants

Whether you're looking to build your classroom experience or find a long-term placement where you can truly make an impact, we're here to support you at every step.

Ready to apply or want to learn more?
Contact Jake Askew at Teaching Personnel
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01603 972 872 - Give us a call for a friendly chat!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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