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Kelsale CEVC Primary School
- Address: Saxmundham, Suffolk IP17 2NP
- Salary: £25,185 - £25,583 per annum pro rata depending on experience
- Hours: 28.75 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, term time only (there may be opportunity of additional after school club or breakfast club hours)
- Contract: Fixed term for one year, required as soon as possible.
- Reference: 5533
Are you passionate about supporting children's learning and development? Do you enjoy being part of a supportive and collaborative team, working together towards shared goals to achieve the best outcomes for every child? Kelsale CEVC Primary School could be the perfect place for you.
We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team at Kelsale CEVC Primary School. Our school benefits from forward-thinking leadership, supportive and experienced colleagues, and a well-resourced environment set in stunning grounds with excellent opportunities for outdoor learning.
You will:
- support diverse learner needs, working closely with teachers and families
- promote inclusivity and our Christian ethos in all aspects of school life
- assist with behaviour management, small-group and 1:1 interventions
- give support to the pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement
- communicate effectively and work collaboratively with the whole school community
- nurture pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development, with empathy, care and understanding
- take an active role in whole school initiatives and events.
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What we offer:
- Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who love to learn
- A welcoming and supportive staff team
- Excellent professional development opportunities
- Beautiful, well-resourced school grounds.
For more information
Please read the Job Description (Word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/I-Sep/5533-job-description-teaching-assistant-kelsale-cevc-primary-school.docx].
To find out more about the school, please visit our website [https://kelsaleprimary.co.uk/].
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office by calling 01728 602297 or by emailing admin@kelsaleprimary.org.uk to arrange a time to look around and meet the team.
How to apply
Please read the Application Guidance (Word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/1-LA-Attachments/Accessible/application-guidance-school-support-staff.docx] and submit your completed Application Form (Word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/1-LA-Attachments/Accessible/job-application-form-school-support-staff.docx] by email to admin@kelsaleprimary.org.uk.
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Closing date: 12pm, 22 October 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 2 November 2026
Kelsale CEVC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and other pre-employment checks.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment process and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Kelsale CofE VC Primary School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.
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