Early Years Teaching Assistant

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Department: School Support Staff jobs

Cedarwood Primary School

Address: Kesgrave, Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 2ES

Salary: £18,984 - £19, 590 actual per annum, £26,017 - £26,847 per annum, pro rata

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, term time only *

Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2027 initially, required as soon as possible

Reference: 5739

• Full and part time hours available.

Cedarwood Primary School is seeking to appoint an excellent, highly motivated, creative and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant with EYFS/KS1 and SEND experience to work as part of our successful team.

This exciting role will involve supporting teaching and learning and working closely with children with SEND. The successful candidate will have experience of supporting children in EYFS/KS1 within a primary school setting and will be passionate about helping every child achieve their full potential.

We are looking for someone who

has recent experience supporting learning within EYFS / KS1 in a primary school

has undertaken relevant training in Early Years education, child development, phonics, communication and language, and SEND

has a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) / KS1 curriculum

has experience of supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

can build positive and nurturing relationships with children, families and colleagues

is committed to inclusion, safeguarding and ensuring excellent outcomes for all children

has excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills.

Job share applications will be considered.

We will offer you

friendly, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning

a supportive and dedicated staff team

high-quality professional development opportunities

a welcoming and inclusive school community

the opportunity to make a real difference to children.

At Cedarwood, our aims of ‘Excellence and Enjoyment for All’ extend to all aspects of the school and we are committed to supporting pupils and staff to achieve their very best. Our school is a warm and happy place to work and learn, and we are delighted to be able to welcome a new Teaching Assistant to join our team.

To find out more

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification (pdf), Covering Letter (pdf), Applicant Privacy Notice (pdf) and Application Guidance (word)

For further information about the position, or to arrange a visit, please call the school office on 01473 612981 or email us on [email protected]

To arrange a visit, please email Kath Smith-Howell, School Business Manager on [email protected]

How to apply

To apply, please complete the Application Form (word)

Alternatively for further information, school policies and an application form, please visit our website

Closing date: 4pm, 26 November 2026.

Interview date: week commencing 30 November 2026.

Please note the deadline may be brought forward if sufficient applications are received therefore candidates are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible.

Cedarwood Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, online searches, verification of qualifications and safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.