Job Description

Gorseland Primary School

Address:

Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 3QR

Salary:

24,027 - 24,404 pro rata

Hours:

32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Contract:

Fixed term to 31 August 2026. Required as soon as possible

Reference:

7879
Hours: 8.30 a.m. - 3.30 p.m. Part time or full time applications considered.

Gorseland Primary School

(including Nursery) is committed to ensuring that children develop their passion for learning, discover their natural talents and have high aspirations in and outside of school. This inclusive school works tirelessly to ensure our children are happy and successful.


The school is seeking to recruit a Grade 2

Teaching Assistant

(EYFS) for our Early Years classes who has a particular interest in child development and learning through play. Individuals must have motivation, drive and a passion for ensuring all children achieve their potential. The role will also include working with pupils, either one-to-one or in small groups, some of whom may have SEND.


Qualifications in Paediatric First Aid are also desirable.

You will need to have:

GCSE Grades A-C in English and maths, or equivalent recent, relevant experience in working with children a childcare qualification would be desirable 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.

To find out more

Please read the

(pdf)

,

Person Specification (pdf)

,

Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy (pdf)

and

Application Guidance (word)

How to apply

Please complete the

Application Form (word)

and email to

applications@gorseland.net

Closing date: 9 am, 13 October 2025.

Interview date: 16 October 2025.

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.