Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk Contract: Part Time & Full Time, Fixed Term (12 months) 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) At Hillside Primary School, we know that strong early years provision is built by skilled, caring adults who truly understand how young children learn and grow. We are looking to appoint four Level 3 Teaching Assistants to join our Early Years team, including two part-time roles in Nursery and two full-time roles in Reception. Working closely with teachers, these posts focus on supporting high-quality learning, adapting provision to meet individual needs and helping children develop confidence, curiosity and independence from the very start. Summary of Key Responsibilities Support teachers in delivering high-quality learning activities for individuals and groups, adapting provision to meet pupils’ needs Provide specialist support in areas such as SEN, EAL or a specific learning focus, including contributing to individual plans and reviews Promote pupils’ academic, social and emotional development, encouraging independence and positive behaviour Contribute to assessment, record keeping and communication with staff and families Maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment in line with safeguarding and Trust expectations 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.