Teaching Assistant

• Grace Cook Primary School and Nursery
• Address: Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1CG
• Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 pro rata
• Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2027. Required as soon as possible
• Reference: 5394

Grace Cook Primary School and Nursery is looking for a Teaching Assistant .

Grace Cook Primary and Nursery offers a unique learning environment for everyone. Full of vitality and exciting opportunities, we pride ourselves on our ability to innovate and lead.

Since opening in September 2022, our school has grown into a vibrant, inclusive, and ambitious learning community, and we’re just getting started! As our school continues to expand, we’re looking for passionate staff who share our vision and commitment to delivering high-quality education for every child.

We are seeking a confident and capable individual who can

• support pupils’ learning across the school
• work in partnership with class teachers to raise pupil achievement
• contribute to a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment
• demonstrate a proactive, flexible approach and work effectively as part of a team.

We will offer you

• a supportive and friendly team environment
• a forward-thinking school committed to professional development
• opportunities for ongoing training and career progression
• the chance to make a real difference in a growing and ambitious school community.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of an exciting journey at Grace Cook, we would love to hear from you! Apply now and help shape the future of our learners. We look forward to hearing from you.

To find out more

Please read the Job Description (pdf)

To arrange an informal meeting / visit to discuss the role with our Headteacher Lisa Mayes , please email Rebecca Forsdyke on [email hidden] or call 01449 833094 .

For further information, please visit our website

How to apply

Please complete the Application Form (word) and Equal Opportunities Form (word)

Please email your completed application to [email hidden]

Closing date: 1 pm, 18 September 2026.

Interview date: 24 September 2026.

If an applicant applies that meets the criteria, we reserve the right to interview before the closing date.

Orwell MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be interviewed in line with our safer recruitment procedures, and the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Our school is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.