Teaching Assistant
Ixworth Church of England Primary School, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP31 2EL19 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
24 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
5 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: 25 hours
Contract type
- Fixed term - Temporary for one year (in the first instance)
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,796 FTE
Pay scale
- Grade 2 point 3
Hourly rate
- £12.85 per hour
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for someone who:
has experience of working with children in a primary school setting
be flexible and can use their own initiative
work independently and as part of a team
be willing to undertake a range of duties
be resilient, hardworking and self-motivated
manage change well and support pupils in a variety of situations
have high expectations of children’s behaviour and achievements
have excellent English and mathematics skills
possess initiative and the ability to communicate well with both teaching staff and pupils
have a good sense of humour!
What the school offers its staff
On a journey together where learning has no limits.
‘They will soar on wings like eagles.’ Isaiah 40:31
Ixworth Church of England Primary School is seeking an outstanding Teaching Assistant to join our warm, caring and dynamic team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed and motivated Teaching Assistant to become part of a successful, forward-thinking school community. As our school continues to grow, including the addition of an extra class from September, we are expanding our support team and are looking to appoint an additional Teaching Assistant, with the role available for the 2026–27 academic year in the first instance.
We are passionate about ensuring that every child reaches their full potential, whilst nurturing a lifelong love of learning and curiosity about the world around them. Guided by our vision — “On a journey together where learning has no limits” — we provide a rich curriculum and a wide range of experiences designed to inspire, empower and help every pupil to flourish.
We can offer:
a warm and welcoming school environment
opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive setting
An amazing team of staff and governors who are passionate and committed to our school being the best it can be;
Wonderful children who are eager to learn, full of personality and make every day rewarding
a wide range of CPD opportunities
Tea, coffee and the all-important biscuit tin!
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
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Ixworth Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Academies, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 152 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ixworth Church of England Primary School website
- Email address
- mbird@tilian.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01359 230228
Ixworth CE Primary School is a small rural primary school in the heart of historic Ixworth village just outside Bury St Edmunds. Our vision is "On a journey together where learning has no limits." We are passionate about ensuring that every child reaches their potential, whilst developing their excitement for learning and exploring the world around them, creating opportunities and experiences designed to help them discover and flourish.
Arranging a visit to Ixworth Church of England Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email mbird@tilian.org.uk.
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