Overview
Teaching Assistant role at Suffolk Jobs Direct.
Location & Details
* Burston Primary School, Burston, Diss, Norfolk IP22 5TZ
* Hours: 31.5 hours per week
* Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible
* Reference: 7714
Job Description
* Burston Primary School
* Address: Burston, Diss, Norfolk IP22 5TZ
* Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 pro rata, £18,436 - £19,369 per annum
* Hours: 31.5 hours per week
* Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible
* Reference: 7714
At Burston and Tivetshall Primary Schools, we are proud to offer a dynamic, friendly and secure learning environment, where our positive approach to teaching and small class sizes enables us to inspire every child. Each pupil receives the close attention they deserve, ensuring they leave us fully prepared for their next stage of learning. In our most recent Ofsted inspections in 2021, both schools were rated "Good", with a positive climate where pupils and staff feel valued and supported.
About The Role
We are seeking a reliable, nurturing and caring Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team at Burston Primary School. This role involves working across the school to proactively support the children in their learning and personal development, including during break and lunchtimes. You will play a key role in fostering a supportive, inclusive and engaging atmosphere, helping pupils thrive academically and socially.
At Burston Primary School, we aim to encourage and support our pupils to enjoy their childhoods and reach their full potential as motivated, ambitious and resilient learners and, importantly, as kind individuals. We believe our small, close-knit communities and the beautiful South Norfolk countryside setting contribute significantly to our children’s development.
You will
* Hold GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics
* Have previous experience working with children, ideally at primary school age, in a classroom or similar environment
* Hold a Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, or an equivalent Teaching Assistant qualification
* Be committed to high standards in teaching, learning, and professional development
* Demonstrate excellent communication skills, a warm and caring personality, and a good sense of humour
* Understand the value of an inclusive environment and uphold high expectations for pupil behaviour
* Be friendly, approachable, and professional in all aspects of school life
* Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils, following school procedures during playtimes, lunchtimes, and classroom sessions
How to Apply
Please complete an online application form on Sapientia Education Trust’s recruitment website.
Closing date: 17 September 2025. Interview date: 22 September 2025.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; all applicants must be prepared to undergo checks to confirm suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department for Education’s Keeping Children Safe in Education, references will be sought for shortlisted candidates before interview.
About The Team
To apply, please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form; the Apply Now button may only submit a job alert, not an online application.
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