Job Description Gorseland Primary School, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 3QR £22,367 - £23,115 pro rata 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year Maternity / Paternity Cover Reference: 6374 Required as soon as possibleMonday - Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm.Grade 3 may be considered dependent on qualifications and experience.Gorseland is a larger than average, two-form entry primary school with a large Nursery and two specialist units. We are an inclusive learning community where children and staff alike value being ready, respectful and safe in our endeavours to be the best we can be. As a staff, we feel it is our duty to foster and celebrate a love of learning through developing children who are self-confident, hardworking and resilient. Happy children who achieve success academically, socially and emotionally are proud children, a pride that definitely extends to the adults who guide and support them here at Gorseland. Does this resonate with you?We are seeking a positive, solution focused teaching assistant for KS1 maternity cover and experience in the delivery of phonics teaching and supporting and working alongside KS1 children would be beneficial.You will have: GCSE Grades A-C in English and mathematics, or equivalent recent, relevant experience in working with children in Key Stage 1 the ability to work effectively in a team and with a range of stakeholders patience, kindness, with high expectations for children and staff experience in teaching phonics groups is desirable.To find out morePlease read theJob Description (pdf), Person Specification (pdf), Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy (pdf)and Application Guidance (docx)We warmly encourage you to find out more by visiting our school website at Gorseland Primary School or indeed by joining us in person for a tour of our vibrant school. Please contact Mrs. Leonard in our school office on 01473 623790 to make an appointment.How to applyPlease complete the Application Form (docx)Application forms should be submitted by email to applications@gorseland.netClosing date: 9am, 11 October 2024. Interview date: 15 October 2024.Gorseland is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In our school, we create a culture of safeguarding which is the responsibility of all staff.About the TeamIMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYINGTo apply, please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form.The 'Apply Now' button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.