EYFS/KS1 Teaching Assistant
Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Nr Thetford, Suffolk, IP24 2NG16 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
28 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
12 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Part time (Can be done as a job share): 35 hours per week Monday - Friday 8.30 - 3.30
Contract type
- Fixed term - Until August 2027 - pending staff review
Full-time equivalent salary
- £25,185 - £25,989
What skills and experience we're looking for
Our supportive, friendly school are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced learning support assistant to inspire, cherish and believe in our pupils, parents and staff.
We are looking for someone who:
- has recent experience of working with children in EYFS and/or KS1
- shows patience, kindness and understanding of children’s differing needs
- thrives on seeing children become independent learners
- is confident and competent in building relationships with pupils, parents and staff
- has excellent team working skills and a positive approach to all aspects of their work
- can be flexible and adaptable
- has the interpersonal skills to model and live out our Christian values; showing empathy, respect, trust and courage within our school
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
- a friendly, supportive and positive team of dedicated staff
- fabulous, curious and enthusiastic children
- very supportive parents and local community
- opportunities for professional development
You are warmly encouraged to visit the school or please do telephone if you wish to discuss the position further, 01842 890253. Visits can be arranged for half-term week if this is required.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Apply for this jobAdditional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 159 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- head@barnham.suffolk.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01842 890253
Arranging a visit to Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email head@barnham.suffolk.sch.uk.
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