Description
* Cedarwood Primary School
* Address: Kesgrave, Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 2ES
* Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 per annum, pro rata (£16,963 – £17,505 actual)
* Hours: 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
* Contract: Fixed Term until 31 August 2026, required from January 2026
* Reference: 8065
Cedarwood Primary School is seeking to appoint an excellent, highly motivated, creative and passionate Teaching Assistant to work as part of our successful Early Years team from January 2026. The post involves working in our Foundation class and will include supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs, training and support will be available.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who:
* has experience in working in a primary school with children in Early Years or KS1
* is passionate and committed to providing the best opportunities for our children
* is able to encourage children to develop a passion for learning through a creative and exciting curriculum
* has high expectations of pupils' achievement and behaviour
* has a proven track record of positively impacting upon pupil outcomes.
At Cedarwood, our aims of 'Excellence and Enjoyment for All' extend to all aspects of the school and we are committed to supporting pupils and staff to achieve their very best. Our school is a warm and happy place to work and learn, and we are delighted to be able to welcome a new Teaching Assistant to join our team.
For more information
Please read the Job Description and Person Specification (pdf), Privacy Notice (pdf) and Covering Letter (pdf).
To find out more about the position, or to arrange a visit, please contact the school office by calling or by emailing
For further information about the school, please visit our website.
How to apply
Please read the Application Guidance (Word) and submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to
Closing date: 28 November 2025.
Interview date: Week commencing 1 December 2025.