Address: Gorseland Primary School, Martlesham Heath, Suffolk IP5 3QR Salary: £27,269 - £28,624 pro rata Hours: Part Time. 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, 8.30 am to 3.30 pm Contract: Permanent. Required from September 2025 Reference: 7630 Gorseland Primary School is a larger than average, two-form entry primary school with a large nursery and two specialist units. We are an inclusive learning community where children and staff alike value being ready, respectful and safe in our endeavours to be the best we can be. As a staff, we feel it is our duty to foster and celebrate a love of learning through developing children who are self-confident, hardworking and resilient. Happy children who achieve success academically, socially and emotionally are proud children, a pride that extends to the adults who guide and support them here at Gorseland. Does this resonate with you? If so, are you an outstanding and tenacious Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) ready to join our experienced team? If you are a positive, well-motivated individual, who works well as part of a team, do consider applying! You will need to have: GCSE Grades A–C in English and mathematics, or equivalent HLTA qualification (desirable) recent, relevant experience at this level the ability to work effectively in a team and with a range of stakeholders patience, kindness, with high expectations for children and staff. For more information Please read the Job Description (pdf), Person Specification (pdf), Application Guidance (Word) and our Safeguarding Policy (pdf) Please feel free to contact Elizabeth Leonard by either calling 01473 623790 or emailing: eleonard@gorseland.net To find out more, please visit our website (Gorseland Primary School) How to apply To apply, please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to: applications@gorseland.net Closing date: 12 pm, 9 July 2025. Interview date: 11 July 2025. Gorseland Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.