Teaching Assistant

• Grace Cook Primary School
• Address: Stowmarket, IP14 1GB
• Salary: £24,413 – £24,796 pro rata
• Hours: 32.5 hours per week
• Contract: Fixed Term until August
• Reference: 7907

Grace Cook Primary School and Nursery offers a unique learning environment for everyone. Full of vitality and exciting opportunities, we pride ourselves on our ability to innovate and lead.

Since opening in September 2022, our school has grown into a vibrant, inclusive, and ambitious learning community—and we\’re just getting started As our school continues to expand, we\’re looking for passionate staff who share our vision and commitment to delivering high-quality education for every child.

We are looking for a confident and capable teaching assistant who can:

• Support pupils learning across the school
• Work in partnership with class teachers to raise pupil achievement
• Contribute to a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment
• Be proactive, flexible, and a team player

We offer:

• A supportive and friendly team environment
• A forward-thinking school committed to professional growth
• Opportunities for further development and training
• A chance to make a real difference in a growing school community.

If you\’re ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of an exciting journey at Grace Cook, we would love to hear from you

Apply now and help shape the future of our learners. We look forward to hearing from you.

For more information

To arrange an informal meeting / visit to discuss the role with our Headteacher Lisa Mayes, please email via or telephone:

Please read the Job Description (word)

Please visit the website for further information

How to apply

Please complete the Application form (word) and Equal Opportunities Form (word)

Closing date: 9am, 5 December 2025

This advert may close early if appointment is made prior to this date.

Orwell MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be interviewed in line with our safer recruitment procedures and the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.