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Piper’s Vale Primary Academy
- Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 0EW
- Salary: £25,583 - £25,989 per annum (pro rata), actual salary £22,102 - £22,453 per annum
- Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only (plus 1 week)
- Contract: Permanent
- Reference: 5287
The Paradigm Trust is looking to appoint an inspirational and highly motivated Teaching Assistant into the team at Piper’s Vale Primary Academy from September 2026. Please note that this position is also being advertised as an apprenticeship.
The trust
When you join Paradigm, you’ll be joining a trust that is committed to developing and sustaining great schools to make the biggest difference for pupils. It’s a place where we work together, helping each other to make sure every child can reach their potential.
We are only able to do this through the hard work of our staff, and so we value them accordingly. At Paradigm you’ll be supported with your career goals, with ongoing professional development and numerous opportunities to progress on your career path. Staff health is extremely important to us, and as part of Paradigm you’ll enjoy a range of benefits that are designed to support your wellbeing, as well as a highly competitive rewards package.
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What you will offer
We are looking for individuals with the dedication to promoting effective and inclusive education for all pupils and an understanding and ability to establish clear boundaries in relation to pupils' behaviour. You will demonstrate a commitment to collaborative working and have effective communication and interpersonal skills.
A flexible, patient and hardworking approach to work will be required with the ability to work as part of a team.
What we will offer
You will be joining a friendly and engaging workplace with benefits including:
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- a strong commitment to professional development
- we strive to be a family friendly employer
- employee counselling service
- cycle to work scheme.
To find out more
If you would like to have a conversation with the principal regarding this vacancy, this can be arranged by contacting Kimberly Morton, Principal, on 01473 320413.
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How to apply
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Closing date: 9am, 27 July 2026.
Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.
As a trust, we are committed to reducing unnecessary workload and are outcomes-driven; flexible working options can be accommodated.
All applicants must have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this will be assessed as part of the recruitment and selection process. If you are successful, you will be required to comply with the trust’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
An Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required for all posts. All completed applications must be submitted by the closing date and time detailed above.
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