Job Description

• Clifford Road Primary School
• Address: Clifford Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 1PJ
• Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 per annum (pro rata), Grade 3, Scale Point 4-6
• Hours: Full Time, 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, 8.15 - 3.15 pm with 30 minutes break
• Contract: Permanent
• Reference: 5017

Are you ready to inspire growing minds, spark deeper thinking, and guide learners as they build independence and confidence on their academic journey?

At Clifford Road Primary School, we’re looking for a passionate, motivated and creative Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant school.

Nestled at the heart of our local community, Clifford Road is a place where joy, creativity and a love of learning shine through every classroom door. If you’re committed to nurturing confidence, celebrating individuality and bringing learning to life in exciting, memorable ways, then we’d love to hear from you.

What you will need

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• Experience of working in either KS1 (Key Stage 1) or lower KS2 (Key Stage 2).
• A proven track record of recent and successful class-based support.
• A strong commitment to supporting all pupils in achieving their full potential.
• A calm, patient, and supportive manner.
• Good levels of English and Mathematics (GCSE or equivalent).
• Initiative and the ability to work proactively.
• You will need to be reliable, adaptable, and flexible in approach.

About us

We are a 2-form entry school with 385 pupils on roll and 30 children in our nursery at the heart of the vibrant town of Ipswich.

We would welcome visits to our school and this is strongly encouraged.

What we will offer you

We can offer:

• An excellent environment in which to grow and develop your career.
• A dedicated staff team with a genuine passion for teaching and professional learning.
• A positive and nurturing learning culture where children enjoy school and strive to achieve their best.
• A happy, friendly and vibrant primary school of 385 motivated learners whose curiosity is infectious.
• An engaged and supportive governing body.
• Opportunities to collaborate and work closely with colleagues.

For more information

Please read the (Word)

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Cieran Dadds, Headteacher, by calling 01473 251605

Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact the school office by either calling 01473 251605 or emailing office@clifford.schoolto arrange an appointment.

To find out more about us, please visit our website

How to apply

To apply, please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to office@clifford.school

For more information, please read the Application Guidance (Word)

Closing date: 9.00 am , 15 June 2026.

Interview date: 19 June 2026.

Clifford Road Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, police vetting checks and background identity checks