Teaching Assistant Sir Robert Hitcham CEVAP School Address: Debenham, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 6PL Salary: £25,185 per annum, pro rata (£13.05 per hour) Hours: Three days per week, 38 weeks per year, 8.45am to 5.30pm two days a week and 8.45am to 3.15pm one day a week. Additional hours may be available Contract: Permanent, Required as soon as possible Reference: 8279 Sir Robert Hitcham CEVA Primary School are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant who has a passion for supporting children to thrive and be the best they can be. At Sir Robert Hitcham CEVA Primary School, we are proud of our school community where we celebrate respect and compassion as we strive to be more like Jesus. You must be: enthusiastic reliable, flexible and willing to work as part of a team dedicated to supporting children to be the best they can be able to support children with special education needs committed to continual professional development able to run our enrichment wraparound care twice a week (Mondays and Tuesdays) We are seeking to appoint a teaching assistant to work predominately in Upper Key Stage 2, but also across the whole school as required. The role will involve whole class responsibilities, including regular cover for teachers’ non-contact time (PPA). The school offers: enthusiastic and highly motivated children who enjoy their learning dedicated staff opportunities for continuing professional development Christian values at the heart of everything we do an excellent relationship with families For more information For an informal discussion please contact Laura Dumolo, Headteacher, on 01728 860201. Please read the Job Description (pdf) and School Information (word) Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. How to apply Please complete the Application Form (docx) and read the Application Guidance (docx) An application form and further details can also be found on our website at www.sirroberthitcham.suffolk.sch.uk. Completed application forms should be returned to Gillian Seccombe at admin@sirroberthitcham.suffolk.sch.uk or Debenham, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 6PL We do not accept CVs. Closing date: 4pm, 16 January 2026 Interview date : 22 January 2026 Sir Robert Hitcham CEVA Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be required. Sir Robert Hitcham CEVA Primary School welcomes diversity.