Heath Primary School, Kesgrave, Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 1JG £23,656 pro rata 27.08 hours per week Fixed term until 18 July 2025 initially Reference: 6983 Required as soon as possible Full-Time EYFS Teaching Assistant. At Heath Primary School we have happy children who enjoy coming to school. We provide a nurturing environment that helps our children to thrive academically and socially. We are committed to giving children the best possible learning experiences, and with this in mind, we are looking to add another Teaching Assistant to our Early Years Foundation Stage Team. You will: be positive and motivated be adaptable and show initiative where needed share the school's vision and ethos have a strong subject knowledge with relation to the primary curriculum, in particular, Mathematics and English have GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent). Desirable but not essential: a graduate who is seeking experience working in a primary school setting prior to applying for a PGCE, SCITT or equivalent experience of working with children with social, emotional, mental health needs experience of working with children with specific learning difficulties e.g. dyslexia the ability to work in a team experience using a range of technology including Microsoft Teams the ability to take the initiative and adapt work to the child or situation the ability to work both in the classroom and out of the classroom an understanding that children’s behaviour is a form of communication, and that unacceptable behaviour has a root cause. Have the ability to unpick unacceptable behaviour in order to identify triggers the resilience to work with children with challenging behaviour. We will offer you: a supportive Governing Body, parents and community a commitment to your professional development and wellbeing enthusiastic, committed and supportive staff. To find out more Please read the Person Specification (pdf), Job Description (pdf) and Application Guidance (docx) We would encourage interested candidates to visit our school website at: Heath Primary School - Home and to contact the school on 01473 622806 for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit. How to apply Please download the Application Form (docx) Completed applications should be emailed to: vacancyheathkesgrave.suffolk.sch.uk Closing date: midday, 12 February 2025. Interview date: 14 February 2025. Heath Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Social media and DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.