Morland Church of England Primary School Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 0LH Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 pro rata (£18,373 - 18,965 per annum) Hours: Part time, 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year Contract: Permanent, required from January 2026 Reference: 8296 Morland Church of England Primary School are looking for a Teaching Assistant to help us create an environment where our children can truly thrive. Who we are ‘Through God all things are possible’ (Matthew 19:26). Morland is a vibrant primary school located in the heart of our community. We have a 52 place Nursery for children who are 3 years old on site that is supports us live our Biblical vision. Building strong relationships with our children is at the heart of everything we do. The Nursery offers a nurturing and supportive space that enables our children to grow, as they prepare to start school in Reception. Our team is made up of highly skilled and dedicated professionals who collaborate with parents to support our children in a holistic way. We believe in a developmental and sequential approach to teaching, one that builds on prior learning and sets high expectations for progress. At Morland, we understand that our children come from diverse backgrounds, but one thing is certain – every child deserves to have the opportunity to shine. The role At Morland, we believe that a school is about more than just teaching subjects – it’s about knowing and caring for the children you work with. Building positive, nurturing and professional relationships with our children is key to success in this role. As a TA, you will work alongside the class teacher, to play a crucial part in motivating and inspiring our children to reach their full potential alongside your supportive team. We’re looking for someone special. You will need to be adaptable, with the right communication skills, consistency and flexibility to meet the needs of each child in your care. Above all, we’re looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference. Are you ready to join a team that is all about collaboration, innovation and creating meaningful change for our children? If so, we can’t wait to meet you! To find out more We actively encourage applicants to see our school in action before applying for vacancies. If this post is of interest to you and you would like to find out more information and have a tour of the school, please contact John Crane, Headteacher, by calling 01473 727646 or by emailing businessmanager@morlandprimary.com including your full name and the job title in the subject line. For further information, please download the Job Description (word), Person Specification (word) and Guidance Notes (pdf). How to apply Please download and complete an Application Form (word). Please send your completed application form by either email to: businessmanager@morlandprimary.com or post to John Crane, Headteacher, Morland CofE Primary School. Morland Road, Ipswich, IP3 0LH. Closing date: 12pm, 30 January 2026. Interview date: week commencing 2 February 2026. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment will be made subject to safer recruitment procedures, including an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.