Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Sidegate Primary School; Nacton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Sidegate Primary School in Ipswich, Suffolk, is seeking two caring Teaching Assistants to join our welcoming team. You will support learning, inclusion and pupil wellbeing, working closely with teachers to help pupils, including those with additional needs, make meaningful progress.

Previous EYFS experience is desirable. This part-time, permanent role offers 32.5 hours across Monday to Friday (8:30-3:30) during term time plus 38.2 weeks, with ALT Grade D salary £19,349.38 - £19,809.06 annually

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners in early years settings.
• Ability to work with teachers to deliver activities.
• Desirable EYFS experience.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and small groups to access learning and make progress.
• Deliver planned learning activities under teacher guidance, adapting support to pupils' needs.
• Promote inclusion, independence, positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development, including personal care where required.
• Monitor, record and communicate pupil progress, working closely with staff, families and external professionals where appropriate.

Skills

EYFS experience

Support learning

Inclusion support

Communication with families

Education

EYFS experience

Job description

Location: Sidegate Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk
Contract: Part Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 8:30-3:30pm, 32.5 hours, term time plus (38.2 weeks)
Salary: ALT Grade D £19,349.38 - £19,809.06 Annually Actual

We are looking for two caring and committed Teaching Assistant's to join Sidegate Primary School, a welcoming primary school in Ipswich where children are encouraged to learn, grow and achieve within a supportive community. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with teachers to support learning, inclusion and wellbeing, helping pupils, including those with additional needs, to overcome barriers and make meaningful progress. This is an opportunity to play a valued part in school life, building positive relationships, nurturing confidence and contributing to an environment where high expectations, collaboration and care help every child thrive.

Previous experience working within an Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) environment is desirable.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Support individuals and small groups to access learning and make progress.
• Deliver planned learning activities under teacher guidance, adapting support to pupils' needs.
• Promote inclusion, independence, positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development, including personal care where required.
• Monitor, record and communicate pupil progress, working closely with staff, families and external professionals where appropriate.

Why Join Our Trust?

• Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play.
• Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children.
• Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and LGPS

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.