Opus Teach is a supply agency based in Ipswich, which is wholly owned by Suffolk County Council. We are currently recruiting a Teaching Assistant to work within an Ipswich based primary school. We are looking for a reliable and professional Teaching Assistant who is ready to make a real difference in supporting pupils in the Early Years Setting. (Reception class) This is a temporary position. Start date: 9th March End date: 17th July Preferred working hours: 8.30 - 15.15, Monday-Friday. You will need: A keen interest in working with children and a passion for the education industry Successful previous teaching or classroom experience - Advantageous but not essential An up-to-date enhanced DBS (if you do not have one but are still interested, please get in touch) Suitable professional references from previous employmentIn return we offer: A friendly, welcoming, and supportive school A friendly and professional service offering quality, flexibility, and variety An easy-to-use real-time system to enable full control over bookings, your profile, and availability calendar A team of dedicated account managers on hand to provide support and assistance throughout application and placement Opportunities to opt-in for pension scheme Opportunity to help make a difference- we do not earn commission from placing you and reinvest back into teachers, schools, and education.Working as a Teaching Assistant is a great opportunity to kick start your career in education by assisting with different age groups, different schools, or even a particular year group. Opus Teach work with all types of educational professionals to help them gain short and long-term employment in school settings