Higher-Level Teaching Assistant

St Edmund’s Catholic Primary School Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 1QG Salary: £30,024 per annum pro rata Hours: 30 hours per week, 8.30am – 3.30pm, Monday – Friday, term time only Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible Reference: 8063 St Edmund’s Catholic Primary School are seeking a skilled, experienced person who can take on the role of Higher-Level Teaching Assistant working across the primary age range. The role involves providing support to pupils with additional needs in class, small groups and on a one-to-one basis. This support will enable pupils to be successful in their learning and help them to manage their emotional well-being and self-regulation. We are looking for someone who can deliver bespoke programmes for pupils based on their individual needs and is familiar with emotional literacy programmes like THRIVE, Drawing and Talking Therapy, and Milo and Hamish. The role will also include some teaching of classes under the direction of the class teacher. You will be expected to plan and deliver lessons confidently to the class supported by schemes of work and digital resources. The federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work. You will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check, medical checks and satisfactory references. Staff are well supported through professional development; well-being schemes which includes access to professional support from nurses, councillors and expert legal and financial advice; and a strong team ethos of collaboration. For more information Please read the Job Description (Word) and the Note to Applicants (Word). To find out more about the school, please visit our website. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact either Maria Kemble, Executive Head, or Katie Copeman, Head of School by either calling 01284 755141 or by emailing office@st-edmunds.suffolk.sch.uk. How to apply Please submit your Application Form (Word), Recruitment Monitoring (Word) and Disclosure Form (Word) by email to msquirrell@st-edmunds.suffolk.sch.uk. To apply please return your completed application form via email to. Closing date: 3pm, 21 November 2025. Interview date: 26 November 2025.