Teaching Assistant at Suffolk County Council

Manningtree, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jan, 26

Salary

24796.0

Posted On

03 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Motivation, Creativity, Teamwork, Professional Development, Child Development, Innovation, Respect, High Expectations

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Brooklands Primary School Address: Manningtree, Essex CO11 1NS Salary: £24,413 - £24,796 pro rata Hours: 30.90 hours per week, over 5 days (5 Mornings, lunchtimes and afternoons) Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2026. Required as soon as possible Reference: 7915 Brooklands Primary School is a vibrant school that is expanding and growing in size. This is an exciting and unique opportunity for a passionate and self-motivated Teaching Assistant (TA) with MDSA who wishes to join a forward-thinking school community and continue their professional development. You will be a committed individual who is energised by challenge and change and is looking to make a difference to each child’s learning in a school that embraces and drives innovation and excellence. Brooklands is passionate about ensuring that every child reaches their potential whilst developing their excitement for learning and exploring the world around them, creating opportunities and experiences designed to help them discover and flourish. You will: be a creative and motivated individual focused on raising standards and developing their potential embrace our whole school values of respect, trying new things and high expectations enjoy being part of a supportive, proactive and energetic team thrive on innovation and is committed to their ongoing professional development. Brooklands is situated halfway between Ipswich (10-minute drive), the county town of Suffolk and historic Colchester, Essex. Brooklands Primary School is part of the Orwell Multi Academy Trust. To find out more Please read the Job Description (pdf) For further information please visit our website How to apply Please complete the Application Form (word) and Equal Opportunities Form (word) Completed applications should be returned to the school via email to: k.donovan@brooklands.omat.org.uk Closing date: 1 pm, 13 October 2025. Interview date: 17 October 2025. Brooklands is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references as part of our safer recruitment process.

Responsibilities

The Teaching Assistant will support children's learning and development in a vibrant school environment. They will work collaboratively with a proactive team to raise standards and foster a love for learning.