Trinity CEVAP School Address: Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 2BZ Salary: £25,979 - £31,364 pro rata Hours: 26 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, and MDSA 4 hours per week, 38 weeks per year Contract: Permanent, Required as soon as possible Reference: 8358 Trinity CEVAP School are seeking to appoint an experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant/Pastoral Support Practitioner to join our team and to support us in helping all our children to become their very best. Trinity CEVAP is a successful single-form entry primary school on the outskirts of Stowmarket where behaviour is described as exceptional and where pupils love to learn, believing that nothing is impossible. Our extensive grounds include a forest area and this role would also involve developing and running forest school sessions. You will be engaging and enthusiastic with: the ability to use your own initiative in supporting the physical, emotional and social development of primary aged children. the ability to inspire and motivate children to ensure that they achieve their full potential. experience in supporting children and families. excellent communication and IT skills; English and Mathematics of grade A* - C/ 9- 4 or equivalent, and some knowledge of the curriculum requirements for primary schools. an instinctive ability to deal with problems as they arise and the ability to work with initiative while also following established policies and procedures with the flexibility to adapt to different situations. Emotional and physical resilience, the ability to stay calm in challenging situations, patience and understanding. Experience of working as an HLTA to cover classes if required HLTA hours will include confidently leading outdoor learning sessions (Level 3 Forest School training available to the successful candidate). You will also cover MDSA duties 4 hours per week. As a Church of England Voluntary Aided school candidates should be sympathetic to our Christian ethos. For more information Visits to the school are welcome, by arrangement, contact admin@trinity.suffolk.sch.uk. Please read the Job Description (word) How to apply Please read and complete the Application Form (docx) and Application Guidance (docx) Further details and the application form are attached. Completed applications should be emailed to: FAO The Head Teacher, Mrs. L. Curran-Spain, admin@trinity.suffolk.sch.uk Closing date: 12pm, 5 February 2026 Interview date: Week beginning 9 February 2026 Please return the completed application form to the school. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. We are also committed to flexible working.