Teaching Assistant at Hillside Primary School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/HPS/56248

Location

Belstead Avenue, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8NU

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time/Full-Time

Salary

£25,386.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)

Hours Per Week

20/ 32.5

Weeks Per Year

Closing Date

Midday, Fri 29th May, 2026

Start Date

To be confirmed

Positions Available

Positions Available 4

Interview Date(s)

To be confirmed

Interview Date(s) To be confirmed

About this Role

A chance to shape strong foundations for young minds

Make a real difference in the earliest stages of learning. We are looking to appoint four dedicated Teaching Assistants to join the team at Hillside Primary School, supporting our youngest learners at a crucial point in their development. Working closely with teachers, this role focuses on enabling children to access learning, build confidence and thrive socially and emotionally, particularly those with additional needs or barriers to learning.

We are seeking applicants with a Level 3 qualification in Early Years who bring warmth, adaptability and a genuine commitment to inclusion, and who value working collaboratively to help every child feel supported, engaged and ready to succeed.

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Hillside Primary School

Contract: Permanent, Part Time & Full Time

Working Pattern: 2 x Part Time Role 20 hours / 2 x Full Time 32.5 hours, Term Time Only

Salary: ALT Grade D (£25,386 - £25,989 FTE)

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Support teaching and learning by working with individuals and small groups under the direction of the class teacher
Implement and adapt planned learning activities, supporting inclusion and independent learning
Assist in monitoring, recording and reporting pupils’ progress, behaviour and development
Provide targeted support for pupils with SEND or additional needs, including personal and welfare care where required

Why Join Our Trust?

Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play.
Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children.
Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and local government pension scheme.

Contact

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, or for more info, please contact Lucy Wass, Headteacher, at: l.wass@hillsideprimary.co.uk

The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.