Teaching Assistant

• Ixworth CE Primary 
• Address: Crown Lane, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP31 2EL
• Salary: £24,796 pro rata (£12.85 per hour)
• Hours: Part time, 25 hours per week
• Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2027, required from September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter
• Reference: 5314

On a journey together where learning has no limits. ‘They will soar on wings like eagles.’  Isaiah 40:31

Ixworth Church of England Primary School are seeking an outstanding Teaching Assistant (TA) to join our warm, caring and dynamic team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and motivated teaching assistant to become part of a successful, forward-thinking school community. As our school continues to grow, including the addition of an extra class from September, we are expanding our support team and are looking to appoint an additional teaching assistant, with the role available for the 2026 to 27 academic year in the first instance. 

We are passionate about ensuring that every child reaches their full potential, whilst nurturing a lifelong love of learning and curiosity about the world around them. Guided by our vision “On a journey together where learning has no limits” we provide a rich curriculum and a wide range of experiences designed to inspire, empower and help every pupil to flourish.

You will:

• have experience of working with children in a primary school setting
• be flexible and can use their own initiative 
• work independently and as part of a team
• be willing to undertake a range of duties
• be resilient, hardworking and self-motivated
• manage change well and support pupils in a variety of situations
• have high expectations of children’s behaviour and achievements 
• have excellent English and mathematics skills
• possess initiative and the ability to communicate well with both teaching staff and pupils
• have a good sense of humour!

We can offer:

• a warm and welcoming school environment 
• opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive setting
• an amazing team of staff and governors who are passionate and committed to our school being the best it can be
• wonderful children who are eager to learn, full of personality and make every day rewarding 
• a wide range of CPD opportunities 
• tea, coffee and doughnuts! 

For more information

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

If you require any further information about this job or would like to visit the school, please contact: [email protected]. Visits to the school can be arranged over the summer holidays.

How to apply

Please submit your completed Application Form (word) via email to: [email protected]

Covering letters are acceptable but CVs are not.

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 
• Tilian Code of Conduct for Staff
• Staff Induction Policy
• Teacher Person Specification

Closing date: 1 pm, 7 September 2026.

Interview date: 11 September 2026.

Promoted as SPJ (Standard Plus Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.
 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may be conducted before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once a suitable candidate has been identified, so early applications are encouraged.