Overview
Coldfair Green Primary School are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join the team.
* Address: Knodishall, Leiston, Suffolk IP17 1UY
* Salary: £24,790 FTE, per annum pro rata
* Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, term time plus 1 week
* Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible
* Reference: 7795
Responsibilities
You will promote students' independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion, providing tailored support to individuals or small groups to help them access the curriculum and experience a sense of achievement. You will be a supportive presence in the classroom, actively contributing to inclusive practices and leading learning sessions with confidence. You will also play a key part in building upon the successes of the school, helping to drive forward improvements towards an outstanding future for all pupils.
Safeguarding and professional standards
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance and policies, promoting the safeguarding and protection of all pupils in the school. You will demonstrate integrity, maintain high expectations, and uphold the highest standards of care for children, staff, parents, and the wider community.
Additional information
For more information
Please read the Job Description (pdf).
We encourage school visits. If you would like to discuss the role or book a visit to the school, please contact Deborah White by calling 01728 830649.
How to apply
Please complete an online application by visiting MyNewTerm.
Closing date: 9am, 19 September 2025.
Safeguarding,Equal opportunities and flexible working
Evolution Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you will be required to undergo pre‑employment checks, including a social media search. This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations, and a successful applicant would be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. We’re open to flexible working arrangements for roles where suitable. Please include your preferred working hours in your application for consideration.
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