Teaching Assistant

• Wood Ley Community Primary School

• Address: Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1UF
• Salary: £13.25 - £13.68 per hour, Grade 3, Scale Points 5 - 7
• Hours: 30 hours per week, 38 weeks a year (Monday – Friday, 8.30 am – 3.30 pm)
• Contract: Permanent, Required from September 2026
• Reference: 8725

This is your opportunity, as a Teaching Assistant, to work in close partnership with the Class Teacher to deliver planned learning activities for individuals and groups, ensuring all pupils are supported to achieve their full potential.

As part of your role, you will lead targeted intervention groups, particularly to support pupils with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), using a nurturing and inclusive approach.

You will provide effective support in the day-to-day organisation and management of the classroom, helping to create a calm, structured environment where all children feel safe, engaged, and ready to learn.

Supporting the teacher in establishing and maintaining a purposeful, positive, and nurturing learning environment, promoting high expectations, independence, and the wellbeing of every pupil.

What you will need

• Good standard of education, (GCSE grade C and above or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.
• Experience of working with children with special or additional needs.
• Experience of working across the primary age range.
• Evidence of personal development, training and qualifications.

About us

At our school, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud of our warm, nurturing environment, where every child feels safe, valued, and truly known as an individual.

Our caring ethos underpins daily life, ensuring pupils are supported not only to achieve academically but also to grow in confidence and wellbeing.

This strong sense of community and commitment to high standards was recognised in our strong Ofsted inspection (2026), which celebrated the dedication of our staff and the positive, inclusive culture we have built together.

What we will offer you

• We have a warm, child centred ethos where everyone is valued and respected.
• We are passionate about providing the best opportunities for our children to ensure they meet their full potential.
• We have supportive teachers and senior leaders who will welcome and support you. 
• We are committed to supporting continuous professional development. 
• We are a team of staff that is recognised for its enthusiastic, friendly and rigorous approach to teaching and learning,

For more information

Please read the Job Description (Word).

For an informal discussion only, please contact Mrs Renwick by calling 01449 616038.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to admin@woodley.suffolk.sch.uk

Closing date: 5.00 pm, 5 May 2026.

Interview date: 18 May 2026.