Teaching Assistant

Company: Westbourne Academy
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Location: Ipswich
Job Description:

Teaching Assistant

  • NJC Point 4 – 6
  • £13,266 to £13,689 actual per annum
  • Term time only (39 weeks per year), 22.66 hours per week
  • Permanent contract commencing As soon as possible

Responsibilities

  • Support teaching and learning by establishing supportive relationships with students.
  • Help raise students’ self‑esteem and develop a positive attitude to learning.
  • Support students in the classroom to ensure progress academically, socially and emotionally.
  • Use own initiative to support students and contribute to a vibrant, dynamic learning environment.

Qualifications

  • Grade C/4 or equivalent in English and Maths.
  • Previous experience in a similar educational role desirable but not essential.
  • Self‑motivated, enthusiastic, patient, and able to work independently.

Benefits

  • Access to continuous personal development programmes.
  • Bespoke platform supporting colleague welfare and benefits, including pension scheme, employee assistance programme (EAP), recognition and reward scheme.
  • Cycle to work scheme and discounts on many major high street brands.
  • Flexible working available.

Additional Information

  • Closing date: 09.00am, Wednesday 08 July 2026
  • Interview date: To be confirmed.
  • Westbourne Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; successful applicants will undertake enhanced DBS checks.
  • We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications.
  • We are open to Flexible Working.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026