Teaching Assistant

• Chilton Community Primary School, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1NN
• £23,657 - £24,404 FTE, depending on experience.
• 31.25 hours per week, for 39 weeks per year
• Part Time 
• Fixed Term
• Reference: 6791
• Required as soon as possible 

We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and successful primary school. The successful candidate will support the learning, progress, and attainment of pupils across the school, from Reception to Year 6, depending on their experience.

We are ideally seeking candidates with school-based experience from reception to year 6. Experience working with children, providing interventions, supporting children with special needs, and working one to one, with small groups, and whole class support is highly desirable.

Candidates must have obtained a grade C/4 or above in English and Maths at GCSE or equivalent.

You will be:

• an excellent communicator
• nurturing, patient, kind and caring
• flexible and enthusiastic in your approach to the children’s and school’s needs
• understanding and approachable
• able to support a diverse range of needs.

We can offer you:

• a welcoming, friendly and supportive staff team dedicated to raising standards
• happy children who are eager to learn and make the most of their time in our school
• a school that strives for every child to reach their true potential
• supportive staff and governors
• a well-resourced environment.

How to apply: 

Please find a downloadable copy of the Application Form (docx). 

Please return completed application forms to office@chilton.suffolk.sch.uk  with ‘Teaching Assistant Application’ in the subject header.

 

Closing Date: 12pm, 17 January 2025 

Interview Date: Week commencing 20 January 2025


Note: Should a suitable candidate be available sooner, the closing date could be brought forward, so please do not delay sending your completed application.


Chilton Primary is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The post will require up-to-date DBS clearance.