Teaching Assistant
Northgate High School, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 3DL
19 days remaining to apply
As soon as possible
30 October 2026 at 11:59pm
9 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
Part time: 8.40am - 3.15pm Monday to Friday
Contract type
Permanent
What skills and experience we're looking for
- Are you someone who: -
- Is flexible and patient with a passion for getting the best for and from young people?
- Is able to work on own initiative?
- Is able to communicate at all levels?
- Is competent with numeracy and literacy skills?
What the school offers its staff
Being an employee of Northgate High School allows you access to an Employee Benefits scheme saving you money on many High Street brands, a cycle-to-work scheme, use of the sports facilities, library, and free parking. Hot meals are available on-site during term time. We also offer entry into either the Teachers Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Further information about the job
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. Suffolk County Council - welcoming diversity.
Organisation type Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
Northgate High School has recently been identified as 'the happiest school in Suffolk'. We are a large, comprehensive 11-18 school situated on the edge of Ipswich. Northgate has an impressive site, with purpose-built centres maintained and equipped to the highest standards, including recent investment in technology.
We embrace three core values of Respect, Determination and Teamwork. These values are fundamental to the calm and positive learning environment that we strive to achieve at all levels across the school.
Following Ofsted's December 2024 inspection, we are a school with students who exhibit outstanding behaviour and attitudes. Inspectors noted that our school is calm and orderly, and that student behaviour is exemplary. They also noted that staff enjoy the sense of community that they feel in our school, with their wellbeing supported by leaders. The relationships between staff and students are very strong, with students demonstrating positive behaviour for learning in lessons.
The ethos at Northgate is underpinned by our genuine desire to support the wellbeing of every student and staff member ensuring that they can realise their full potential. We value our staff highly and, if you join us, you will be working in a school that is committed to staff wellbeing, offers a first-class professional development programme carefully linked to the School Improvement Plan and Performance Objectives. This means that our CPD programme strengthens the link between personal autonomy and our aims as a school. We maintain positive links with other local schools and universities.
Along with an extensive CPD programme, we offer a competitive pension scheme and benefit package which is available to all staff.
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Teaching Assistant employer: Northgate High School
Northgate High School is an exceptional employer that values the contribution of its staff in fostering a supportive learning environment for students. With a commitment to professional development and training opportunities, employees can grow their skills while enjoying a collaborative and inclusive work culture. Located in the heart of Dereham, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' educational journeys.
