Stowmarket High School is an ambitious, progressive and inclusive place to work. At the heart of the school is a commitment to teaching & learning, retrieval practice and ensuring all students have a sequenced, engaging and thoughtful curriculum. Whilst we are proud to be the school of the town, we know our purpose is to broaden the horizons of all our students, improving the life chances and opportunities for all, as observed in our recent Ofsted judgement.  

We are also exceptionally proud of the caring community we have fostered, rooted in routines, consistency, empathy and an understanding of all stakeholders' needs. As a member of our team, you would be supported by excellent practitioners both in subject knowledge, teaching & learning and pastoral care.  We are a supportive school that has invested in coaching at all levels; we want to make sure our staff feel invested in with ample opportunities to grow and develop. 

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our busy and vibrant high school and help really make a difference to the futures of our young people.   The hours of work are 13 per week, worked over two days, for 38 weeks per year (term-time  only).  Please view the job description for further details of the role. 

The successful candidate will: 

• Have some previous school-based employment or experience.
• Be patient, calm and demonstrate empathy
• Demonstrate adaptability and resilience
• Have good communication skills

We can offer:

• a welcoming and caring staff team
• a supportive team of professionals within the school and as part of Kingfisher Schools Trust
• a range of dedicated staff wellbeing support

Kingfisher Schools Trust offer a wide range of benefits, including:

• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development
• Access to a huge variety of training courses through The National College
• Pension scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
• Shopping and leisure discounts
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Affordable electric car salary sacrifice scheme

If you have any questions, or would like to arrange a visit to our school, please contact recruitment@kingfisherschools.co.uk

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as the closing date for this vacancy may be altered if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Our school is part of Kingfisher Schools Trust. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be part of the pre-employment screening process for this role. An application form must be completed in full; CVs alone cannot be accepted