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 have a unique opportunity for a graduate considering a future career in education, educational psychology, or wider inclusion services to join our school as a Graduate Trainee Learning Support Assistant on a 1-year fixed-term contract.  This post offers a structured development pathway, including hands-on classroom experience, targeted training, and opportunities to build expertise in supporting diverse learner needs.  The role is ideal for graduates seeking meaningful school-based experience and a strong foundation for progression into teaching, educational psychology, or specialist inclusion roles.    The hours of work are 32.5 per week, for 38 weeks per year (term-time only).  Please view the job description for further details of the role. 

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a degree in any subject
• Have a keen interest in education, educational psychology or SEND.
• Be patient, calm and demonstrate empathy
• Demonstrate adaptability and resilience
• Have good communication skills

We can offer:

• a welcoming and caring staff team
• a structured training programme with hands on experience
• 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.