Job Description Teaching Assistant Grace Cook Primary School Address: Stowmarket, IP14 1GB Salary: £24,413 - £24,796 pro rata Hours: 32.5 hours per week Contract: Fixed Term until August 31 2026 Reference: 7907 Grace Cook Primary School and Nursery offers a unique learning environment for everyone. Full of vitality and exciting opportunities, we pride ourselves on our ability to innovate and lead. Since opening in September 2022, our school has grown into a vibrant, inclusive, and ambitious learning community—and we’re just getting started! As our school continues to expand, we’re looking for passionate staff who share our vision and commitment to delivering high-quality education for every child. We are looking for a confident and capable teaching assistant who can: Support pupils learning across the school Work in partnership with class teachers to raise pupil achievement Contribute to a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment Be proactive, flexible, and a team player We offer: A supportive and friendly team environment A forward-thinking school committed to professional growth Opportunities for further development and training A chance to make a real difference in a growing school community. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of an exciting journey at Grace Cook, we would love to hear from you! Apply now and help shape the future of our learners. We look forward to hearing from you. For more information To arrange an informal meeting / visit to discuss the role with our Headteacher Lisa Mayes, please email via office@gracecook.omat.org.uk or telephone: 01449 833094 Please Read The Job Description (word) Please visit the website for further information www.gracecook.omat.org.uk How To Apply Please complete the Application Form (word) and Equal Opportunities Form (word) Closing date: 9am, 13 October 2025 Orwell MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be interviewed in line with our safer recruitment procedures and the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Our school is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age. About The Team IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING To apply, please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form. The ‘Apply Now’ button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.