Job Description

School Name:

Kersey C of E Primary School

Address:

Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 6EG

Salary:

24,413 per annum (pro rata), 12.65 per hour

Hours:

18.75 hours per week

Contract:

Fixed Term until July 2026 with the possibility to extend into September 2026.

Reference:

8281



Kersey C of E Primary School are seeking to appoint a dynamic Teaching Assistant to join our beautiful village school. The role will include working in a mixed age Reception/Year 1 class as well as break duties.

Your will have:

early years classroom experience the confidence work as a team and contribute to the school's development the ability to inspire pupils in their learning high expectations of pupils' progress and behaviour have clear communication skills a willingness to work across the primary age range a commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare creativity and a good sense of humour!

About us

Join our close-knit community at Kersey C of E Primary School! We're looking for an enthusiastic TA who loves a challenge, isn't afraid to get muddy, and enjoys supporting active learning in our vibrant school environment. This is a rewarding role where every day brings new adventures, smiles, and opportunities to make a real difference. If you're energetic, caring, and ready to inspire young minds, we'd love to hear from you!

What will offer you

A warm and welcoming school environment with supportive staff. Training and support will be provided, if required, along with potential opportunities for progression. An opportunity to make a real difference to pupils' school lives.

For more information

Please visit

our website

to find out more about us, If you require any further information about this job or would like to visit the school, please email the school office at kerseyoffice@tilian.org.uk or telephone

01473 823397.

Please read the

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ob Description (word)

to learn more about this role.

How to apply

Please complete our

Tilian Application Form (word)

and email it to us at

kerseyoffice@tilian.org.uk

by the closing date below.

Closing date:

12 January 2026

Statement on Child Protection and Safeguarding

The Tilian Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In our schools we create a culture of safeguarding which is the responsibility of all staff.


When applying for a post at one of our schools you will be subject to a safer recruitment process as follows:



If you are shortlisted, you will be required to complete a self-disclosure, which you will need to bring with you to the interview (in an envelope marked confidential).


During the interview process, the interview panel will explore your skills, experience and attitudes and the questions asked will include questions about safeguarding of children


If you accept a post at one of our schools you will be required to complete an enhanced DBS.

Important documents to read

Safeguarding Policy

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Tilian Code of Conduct for Staff

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Staff Induction Policy

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