About this Role
Teaching Assistant
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Hours: 31 hours per week, term time only
- Salary: £17,868 - £18,149 per annum
- Pay scale: NJC 3 - 4
- Expires: Monday 05 October 2026 at 9am or sooner should wereceive sufficient applications
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Interviews: w/c 12 October 2026
Are you looking for a fantastic new opportunity?
Great Heath Academy is looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated TeachingAssistant. We welcome applications from outstanding individuals to join us atour engaging primary academy.
About you: -
We are looking for a positive and committed individual who hasexcellent organisational and interpersonal skills, has a pro-active approachand the ability to work independently, as well as the ability to relate well tovisitors, staff, and students. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop yourskills within a friendly team.
The successful candidate will have experienceof working with young people and children, understand child development and theways in which children learn, and experience in assisting children on anindividual basis, in small groups and whole class work.
We welcome applications from ambitious candidates, keen to make adifference who have a genuine passion and belief in the potential of everystudent.
Why choose Great Heath Primary Academy?
At GreatHeath Academy, we work inclusively within our communities, embracing the variedlocalities we serve, while sharing our common vision and values. We share apassion about Diversity and Inclusion and welcome all applications and are opento flexible working.
In return,
you can expect fantastic ProfessionalDevelopment opportunities, a comprehensive employee benefits package, shoppingdiscounts, cycle-to-work scheme, cinema tickets and an employee assistanceprogramme.
Our ATT2030 Vision means we meet our young people wherethey are at and refuse to leave them there. Our pupils will leave uscapable, competent and confident and take their place in the community ofeducated people. Our staff will be cared for, developed and they do willbe capable, competent and confident. We would love to hear from those whowant to join us in that mission.
The successful applicant willundertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches willbe carried out in line with KCSIE update 2026. We are committed toDiversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We areopen to Flexible Working.
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Teaching Assistant at Great Heath Academy in Bury St Edmunds employer: The Queen Elizabeth Academy
The Queen Elizabeth Academy is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment, perfect for those passionate about education. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a comprehensive package that includes shopping discounts, gym schemes, and an employee assistance programme, all while working in a friendly team dedicated to upholding the Academy's vision and values. Located in a vibrant community, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives during term time only, allowing for a balanced work-life schedule.
Contact Details:
The Queen Elizabeth Academy Recruitment Team
