1:1 Teaching Assistant
Overview
Full Time. Term Time only. (0830-1600)
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to provide classroom support on a 1:1 basis for a child currently in Key Stage 3. The role will involve supporting one pupil in a classroom environment, at breaktimes and at other transition times.
South Lee Prep School & Nursery is a forward-thinking school that is always looking for ways to enhance learning and ignite intellectual curiosity in our children. We want them to become independent learners, to ask questions, to challenge what they already know, to learn new ways of thinking and to be the best they can possibly be. We also want them to learn who they are and how to be resilient and happy in their own skin. Through our six South Lee pillars (authenticity and achievement, communication and community, nurture and zest) we aim to instil the skills and confidence in each child so they can go out into the world, ambitious and brave, ready to make a positive difference in whichever way they choose.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
- Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for who you are responsible and with whom you come into contact
- Supporting the learning of your key pupil
- Contributing to a positive learning experience for all the children in the class
- You may also be required to undertake such other comparable duties as the Head requires from time to time.
Essential
• Good level of literacy & numeracy, GCSE English & Maths
(Minimum grade 4 or equivalent
Desirable
• Experience of working with children
• Teaching Assistant Qualification
• Degree
• Safeguarding Children training
• Special Educational Needs qualifications
Salary & Benefits
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• School holiday benefits
• Company pension contributions
• Competitive salary and school fees
• Continuing professional development opportunities
• Option for free hot lunch each day (term-time)
• On-site parking available
• Use of school facilities for family functions at reduced cost
Location
South Lee Prep School & Nursery
Nowton Road
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
IP33 2BT
Supporting documents
Deadline and how to apply
Please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email at recruitment@southlee.co.uk.
Closing date: 1pm, 10 September 2025.
Interview date: 12 September 2025.
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