Job Description

Three days per week, 38 weeks per year (term time only)

Hours: 8.45am to 5.30pm two days a week and 8.45am to 3.15pm one day a week. Additional hours may be available

Permanent. Required as soon as possible

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated teaching assistant who has a passion for supporting children to thrive and be the best they can be.

At Sir Robert Hitcham CEVA Primary School, we are proud of our school community where we celebrate respect and compassion as we strive to be more like Jesus.

You must be:

Enthusiastic Reliable, flexible and willing to work as part of a team Dedicated to supporting children to be the best they can be Able to support children with special education needs Committed to continual professional development Able to run our enrichment wraparound care twice a week (Mondays and Tuesdays)
We are seeking to appoint a teaching assistant to work predominately in Upper Key Stage 2, but also across the whole school as required. The role will involve whole class responsibilities, including regular cover for teachers' non-contact time (PPA).

The school offers:

Enthusiastic and highly motivated children who enjoy their learning Dedicated staff Opportunities for continuing professional development Christian values at the heart of everything we do An excellent relationship with families
For an informal discussion please contact Laura Dumolo, Headteacher, on 01728 860201.

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged.

Sir Robert Hitcham CEVA Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be required.

Sir Robert Hitcham CEVA Primary School welcomes diversity.

A 'support staff' application form and further details can be found on our website at www.sirroberthitcham.suffolk.sch.uk. Completed application forms should be returned to Gillian Seccombe at admin@sirroberthitcham.suffolk.sch.uk or Debenham, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 6PL.

We do not accept CVs.

Closing date:

4.00pm, Friday 16 January 2026

Interview date:

Thursday 22 January 2026

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 13.05 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 22.50 per week

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Sick pay
Experience:

Special education: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 16/01/2026
Expected start date: 23/02/2026