Teaching Assistant

• Stradbroke CE Primary School
• Address: Stradbroke, Eye, Suffolk IP21 5HH
• Salary: £12.26 per hour, £23,657 per annum pro rata
• Hours: 30 hours per week. Monday – Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm, term time only 
• Contract: Permanent, required from September 2025 
• Reference: 7673

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant primary school in the village of Stradbroke, Suffolk. Our school, pupils and local community are proud of the supportive team here at Stradbroke CE Primary School and we are proud of our approach to deliver experiences and education that will have a truly lasting positive effect on our pupils. 

We are looking for a person to support our Key Stage 2 pupils, who is highly motivated, organised and efficient but also compassionate, patient and attentive. You should preferably have previous experience in a similar role within a school.

Stradbroke Primary is part of the All-Saints Schools Trust, which gives our staff access to a wealth of support, CPD and networking opportunities with 15 other local primary schools. 

We will offer you:

• friendly and experienced colleagues who take pride in their work and actively seek ways to improve their practice
• a calm, purposeful working environment with delightful, well-behaved children who are eager to learn
• the opportunity to be part of a Trust that is committed to professional development
• supportive parents and governors.

In return we ask that you:

• have high expectations for both learning and behaviour, with a genuine belief in the potential of every child and a commitment to inclusive practice
• be able to use your initiative and adapt easily to change
• be passionate, enthusiastic and committed to the work you do
• are a team player who can form positive and professional relationships with children, colleagues, parents and other stakeholders
• are a positive person with a good sense of humour
• are organised and an outstanding communicator.

For more information 

Please read the Person Specification (Word) and Application Guidance (pdf).

If you would like further information about this wonderful opportunity, please contact the school office by either emailing office@stradbrokeprimary.org.uk or calling 01379 384415.

If you would like an informal discussion prior to submitting your application, you are welcome to contact our Executive Head Teacher, Daryl Jones through the school office. 

How to apply

Please complete the Application Form (Word) and Recruitment Monitoring Form (Word).

Completed applications to be returned to: Stradbroke CE Primary School, Queen Street, Stradbroke, Suffolk, IP21 5HH or emailed to office@stradbrokeprimary.org.uk.   

Closing date: 9am, Monday 21 July 2025.

Interview date: Tuesday 22 July 2025.

We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants. Please ensure you apply at your earliest convenience.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.