Teaching Assistant

2 weeks ago

Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Suffolk Jobs Direct Full time £25,185 - £305,989 per year
  • Nacton Church of England Primary School
  • Location: Nacton, Ipswich, Suffolk IP10 0EU
  • Salary: £25,185 – £25,989 per annum pro rata, £ £13.47 per hour, Grade 3, point 4 - 6
  • Hours: 35 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. Monday – Friday: 8.45am – 3.15pm (30 minutes for lunch)
  • Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible.
  • Reference: 8041

Nacton Church of England Primary School are looking for a caring, passionate and reliable Teaching Assistant to join our mixed Reception and Year 1 class.

Key responsibilities: 

  • Support the delivery of the EYFS and year 1 curriculum within the classroom and outdoor learning spaces.
  • Assist in planning and preparing engaging learning activities tailored to early years pupils.
  • Provide a safe and supportive environment for children to explore and learn.
  • Help to assess children's progress and report back to teachers and parents.
  • Encourage children's social and emotional development through play and interaction.
  • Work closely with the class teacher and other support staff to ensure that the needs of all children are met effectively.
  • Administer paediatric first aid when necessary (training provided).
  • Assist with lunch time supervision either in the hall or on the playground.

Ideally you will have: 

  • recent, practical, school-based experience within an EYFS and/or Year 1 classroom
  • experience of planning and delivering phonics (we use Little Wandle)
  • high expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour
  • a positive attitude to every day
  • NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants would be desirable (or the equivalent experience)

About us

Nacton C of E Primary School is a small village school with a family feel. We build strong foundations, rooted in the teachings of the Bible and example of Jesus, to enable our children to reach their fullest potential. They learn to value themselves, cherish one another and take responsibility for the world around them. 

We will offer you:

  • A welcoming, friendly team who genuinely care about each other
  • Children who are polite, thoughtful and keen to learn
  • A Multi Academy Trust (MAT) who put the children at the centre of all their decisions
  • A school and MAT who care about staff workload and wellbeing
  • Professional development opportunities 

For more information

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification (Word) and Application Guidance (Word).

For an informal discussion please contact Gemma Taylor, Headteacher by calling

More information can also be found on our website.

How to apply

Please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email at 

Closing date: 9am, 20 November 2025. 

Interview date: 27 November 2025.

Nacton Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for all posts. 

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