KS1 / KS2 Teaching Assistant in Ipswich

Grange Community Primary School is seeking a caring, motivated, and dedicated KS1 / KS2 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting and inspiring children in Key Stage 1 or 2, helping them to develop confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging and creative learning activities in line with the National Curriculum.
• Foster a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.
• Provide support for pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development both in and out of the classroom.
• Assist with observations, assessments, and record-keeping to monitor children’s progress and attainment.
• Promote independence, resilience, and confidence through high-quality learning experiences.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and carers to meet each child’s individual needs.
• Uphold the school’s values, behaviour expectations, and safeguarding policies at all times.

You will:

• Have a genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development in Key Stage 1 or 2.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be a positive team player with the ability to take initiative and adapt when needed.
• Have a patient, kind, and flexible approach to working with children.
• Have a relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification) is desirable.
• Have experience working within a primary school or KS1 setting is advantageous but not essential.

We will offer you:

• Children who take pride in their school and are engaged in learning.
• A warm and supportive school environment with a commitment to wellbeing.
• Colleagues who are passionate about working together and providing children with the best possible opportunities.
• An opportunity to successfully share in the challenge of improving a growing school.

To find out more:

• Please read the Job Description (pdf).
• Please visit our website where you can find out more about the school.
• Visits are warmly welcomed, so please call Julie Abbott, Office Manager on 01394 283912 to arrange an appointment.

How to apply:

• Please complete the Application Form (word) and Equal Opportunities Form (word).
• Please post your completed application to Gemma Havord, Grange Community Primary School, Grange Road, Felixstowe, IP11 2LA or email to admin@grange.omat.org.uk.

Closing date: 1 pm, 18 September 2026.

Interview date: 23 September 2026.

Safeguarding Commitment: Grange Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and follow our safer recruitment procedures.