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Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant – Felix Primary School, Suffolk
Location: Felixstowe, Suffolk (IP11 9ED) Salary: £25,185 – £25,989 (FTE) per annum ( scales as £7,901 – £8,301 pro rata, including holiday pay allowance)
Hours: 13.5 hours per week Term: Term-time plus one week Contract: Permanent Reference: 5260
About Felix Primary School
Felix Primary School is a community-focused school where the well-being of children and staff is at the heart of everything we do.
We take pride in our supportive environment and believe in nurturing each child as an individual. Our school provides opportunities for growth and development from Reception to Year 6, helping every child thrive with confidence towards high school.
--- more about the school. As a small local school, we celebrate a learning community characterised by:
- Inspiration & growth: Fueling a love of learning through tailored, creative experiences.
- Confidence-building: Ensuring students leave prepared with key skills for further education.
- Personality-suited learning: A school designed to meet the diverse needs of every child.
About the Role – Teaching Assistant
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Joining us as a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be a valued member of our team, helping to create an outstanding learning experience for pupils. We’re looking for:
- A hard-working and enthusiastic educator.
- Someone who holds high standards of behaviour and teaching excellence.
- A professional with strong communication skills, able to interact effectively with pupils, colleagues, and parents.
Key Responsibilities (Summary)
While full details are available in the job description:
- Assistant to teachers in providing a supportive learning environment.
- Tailoring tasks/activities to encourage individual and group progression.
- Building positive relationships within and beyond the classroom.
- Supporting child well-being, diversity, and personal growth.
- Maintaining confidentiality and fostering a safe, inclusive environment.
Requirements & Considerations
The school and its Trust place safeguarding and child welfare as top priorities.
- All applicants must be prepared to undergo checks (DBS, etc.) to confirm suitability working with children and young people.
- References will be requested for short-listed applicants in line with “Keeping Children Safe in Education” guidelines.
- A commitment to working in UK education, meeting our training and professional standards.
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How to Apply
➡ Apply online: School’s hiring portal
➡ Download the full Job Description: PDF (Felix Primary School TA JD)
Online forms may not be available—this is a Suffolk Jobs Standard Plus role being processed externally.
Key Dates & Deadlines
- Applications accepted immediately / opened now
- Closing date: 17 July 2026
- Early applications are encouraged.
Trust Commitment
We welcome applications from any sector of the community, including those participating in Suffolk Jobs Direct Award schemes.
⚠ Important notes:
- No Suffolk Jobs Direct online form exists for this role.
- “Apply Now” only generates job alerts—full application must follow the above link.
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