Job Description Ickworth Park Primary School, Horringer, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP29 5SB £15,424 - £15,673 per annum (£22,737 - £23,114 pro rata)* 29 hours 25 minutes per week, over 5 days for 39 weeks per year Permanent Reference: 6215 Required as soon as possible*Subject to National Pay award due April 2024. The contracted hours are 8.45am -3.20pm with additional hours available according to the needs of the school.About UsIckworth Park Primary School is set in the beautiful village of Horringer, on the edge of Bury St Edmunds. We are an inclusive primary school dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for all our pupils by nurturing each child's potential through a combination of academic excellence, creative exploration, and strong community values. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Teaching Assistant.Role OverviewAs a Teaching Assistant, you will support classroom teachers in delivering high-quality education to pupils. This role involves working closely with pupils to help them achieve their academic and social potential. You will be assisting with classroom management and contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment throughout the school. Qualifications and experience are not essential but would be an advantage. Our staff are dedicated, supportive and committed to providing creative opportunities for learning. You must be able to demonstrate a full commitment to the school and its aim to raise standards. Ickworth Park is committed to raising standards for all pupils and therefore takes seriously the importance of investing in professional development for staff. This role would be an excellent starting position for anyone looking to develop their knowledge, skills and career path across all areas of education.Key Responsibilities: assist the classroom teacher with preparing and delivering lesson materials and activities provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils who may require additional help and support support pupils social and emotional development, fostering a positive and respectful classroom atmosphere help maintain a clean, organised, and safe learning environment supervise pupils during lunch and other activities as required participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and school events where necessary.Essential Personal Attributes: you must have GCSEs (or the equivalent) in Mathematics and English a good level of proficiency in using IT and a confidence with educational software to enhance learning experiences you will be patient and calm you will be empathetic and possess a strong ability to understand and share the feelings of others you will be flexible with the ability to adjust to changing situations and diverse pupil needs you will bring motivation and a positive attitude to the classroom and wider school, inspiring pupils to engage and learn.Desirable Skills: a willingness to learn effective strategies to maintain a positive learning environment and manage pupil behaviour constructively and positively the ability to tailor and adapt the learning and resources within the lesson to better meet the varied learning needs of all pupils the capability to effectively assess pupil progress and provide constructive feedback to support their academic growth.Qualifications: a passion for working with pupils and supporting their educational journey a good level of English and Mathematics at GCSE or equivalent relevant qualifications in education or child-care would be a plus a willingness to undergo training and professional development to develop your skills in the classroom a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or willingness to obtain one.To find out more and how to applyVisits to the school are warmly welcomed.For further information and an application form please visit the school website at: www.ickworthpark.co.uk or contact Donna Manning on admin@ickworthpark.co.uk Alternatively, please complete the Application Form (docx) and read the Application Guidance (docx)Please email your completed application to: admin@ickworthpark.co.ukInterested candidates must complete the relevant application form, CVs will not be accepted.Closing date: 1pm, 23 September 2024. Interview date: 30 September 2024.Ickworth Park Primary is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background or experience.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.