Overview
Sandlings Primary School are looking to appoint dedicated 1-2-1 Teaching Assistants to support a pupil across all areas of the curriculum. You’ll join a caring and committed staff team where every day is different and every contribution matters.
Job Details
* Organisation: Sandlings Primary School
* Address: Easton Road, Sutton Heath, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 3TD
* Salary: £23,657 per annum pro rata
* Hours: Post 1 – 3 mornings per week (3.25 hours per day, Wednesday to Friday, 9:00–12:15); Post 2 – 5 days per week (5.75 hours per day, Monday to Friday, 9:00–15:30, inc. 30 minute lunch duty)
* Contract: Fixed term until August 2026 (possibility of extension; contract attached to pupil); term-time only; required as soon as possible
* Reference: 7793
Responsibilities
* Provide 1-1 support to a pupil across all areas of the curriculum
* Support the pupil’s learning and development in a caring and supportive classroom environment
What We Offer
* A welcoming and supportive school community
* Commitment to your professional development and wellbeing
* A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same
* Term-time working hours for a great work-life balance
* The opportunity to make a real difference in the daily life of our school
Requirements / Qualities
* Committed to helping children achieve their full potential
* Calm, patient, nurturing, and flexible
* Strong communicator with a warm, approachable manner
* Able to work well within a team and build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
* Confident in using initiative and bringing creativity to the role
How to Apply
To apply, please read the job description and guidance, complete an Application Form for School Support Staff, and return it to admin@sandlings.suffolk.sch.uk. You may also email to request an application pack.
Closing date: 8 October 2025
Safeguarding
Our School and its staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We warmly welcome visits to the school. To arrange a visit or ask questions about the role, please contact our school office: admin@sandlings.suffolk.sch.uk | Tel: 01394 420444
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