Suffolk Jobs Direct
KS2 Learning Support Assistant
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
KS2 Learning Support Assistant
Teaching Assistant – SEND & Key Stage 2 (Fixed Term)
The Beeches Community Primary School Shakespeare Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 4DG
About the School
The Beeches Community Primary School is a friendly and happy school where staff place children at the heart of everything they do. We are part of the thriving multi-academy trust ASSET Education.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and talented Teaching Assistant with expertise in Key Stage 2 (ages 8–11). This varied role includes:
- Delivering personalised Special Educational Needs (SEN/D) support for individual children and small groups
- Providing high-quality classroom assistance to enhance learning
This fixed-term position (linked to Higher Needs Funding) will focus on supporting pupils in Years 4 and 5.
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will:
- Relish supporting learning in an ambitious and diverse school environment
- Collaborate with dynamic, forward-thinking staff with high aspirations for children
- Exemplify outstanding professional practice, including behaviour management and setting high expectations
- Commit to ongoing professional development and embrace training/qualification opportunities
- Possess strong proficiency in English and Maths, with GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) preferred
- A Level 3 Early Years qualification would be advantageous
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
About You
We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds, celebratory positive differences and encourage candidates from all demographics. Our commitment to inclusivity includes:
- Supporting flexible working arrangements (part-time or job share) where feasible
Our Vision & Safeguarding
We prioritise the physical, mental, and professional well-being of staff, offering:
- Continued skills development
- Training, qualification, and accreditation opportunities
- A warming, friendly, and welcoming working climate
Safeguarding is paramount: Pre-employment checks include:
- Enhanced [Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)] check with a children’s barred list check
- Health and disciplinary evaluations
- Online criminal record search
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Applicants must not be disqualified under [the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 exemptions] (SEND funding eligibility applies).
How to Apply
- Submit applications via Mynewterm: https://mynewterm.com
- Closing date: 12:00pm, 13 July 2026
- Interviews on 15 July 2026
For further details, contact:
- Telephone: 01473 741225
- Email: office@beechescps.org.uk
Visits are encouraged—please arrange with Jo Mapplebeck, Business Manager.
Additional Resources
- School website (salient policies available on request)
- Policies include: Safeguarding, Recruitment, DBS
Salary: £25,185–£25,989 per annum (pro-rata) Hours: 8:40am–3:15pm, Monday–Friday (standard school term).
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location