Teaching Assistant

• Gorseland Primary School
• Address: Deben Avenue, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 3QR
• Salary: £24,796 - £25,185 per annum pro rata
• Hours: Part time
• Contract: Fixed Term from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027
• Reference: 5258

Gorseland Primary School are seeking Teaching Assistants (TA) in both KS1 and KS2.

We have the following positions available:

Position 1: Teaching Assistant, initially based in KS1

Hours: 8.30 am to 3.30 pm Monday to Friday, 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Position 2: KS2 Teaching Assistant

Hours of work: 8.30 am to 3.30 pm Monday to Friday, 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Position 3: KS2 Teaching Assistant (working afternoons)

Hours of work: 12 pm to 3.30 pm Monday to Friday, 17.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Gorseland is a larger than average, two-form entry primary school with a large Nursery and two specialist units. We are an inclusive learning community where children and staff alike value being ready, respectful and safe in our endeavours to be the best we can be. As a staff, we feel it is our duty to foster and celebrate a love of learning through developing children who are self-confident, hardworking and resilient. Happy children who achieve success academically, socially and emotionally are proud children, a pride that extends to the adults who guide and support them here at Gorseland.

The school is seeking to recruit Teaching Assistants to work in either KS1 or KS2. Individuals must have drive and a passion for ensuring all children achieve their potential. The roles will include working with pupils in class and leading small group interventions.

You will need to have:

• GCSE Grades A-C in English and mathematics, or equivalent
• recent, relevant experience in working with children
• the ability to work effectively in a team and with a range of stakeholders
• patience, kindness, with high expectations for children and staff.

Join a supportive, ambitious school with a strong commitment to professional development.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (pdf), Person Specification (pdf) and Safeguarding (pdf) or alternatively, please visit our website.

How to apply

We warmly encourage you to find out more by visiting our school website. Application Forms may be submitted to: applications@gorseland.net

Closing date: 9 am, 14 July 2026.

Interview date: 15 July 2026.

Gorseland is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.