Part time and job shares considered and are welcome to apply.
From September 2026, Barningham CEVC Primary School is looking for a motivated, caring and creative Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive village school community and make a real difference to pupils’ learning and wellbeing.
Following the successful opening of our Nursery in September 2024, we have been delighted with the strong interest in our early years provision and the growth of our school within EYFS. As a result, we are looking to expand our team by appointing a suitably qualified Teaching Assistant to support within this important area of the school. We are seeking a Teaching Assistant with a full and relevant Level 3 qualification, as part of the role will involve supporting children within our EYFS provision. Applications are also welcomed from candidates who hold HLTA status, with salary reflecting qualifications and experience.
This role is a permanent role for three days per week on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday with the possibility of additional hours and extending this contract to more days per week depending on our Nursery intake next year.
You will support pupils across two classrooms from EYFS to Year 3, working closely with class teachers to provide high quality support for learning. A significant aspect of the role will involve supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including within the classroom, in small groups and on a 1-to-1 basis. Experience of working with pupils with additional learning needs and demonstrating positive impact within a classroom is essential.
Our mission is to support pupils, staff and our community to grow in faith, grow in our learning and to grow our future world.
Experienced teaching assistants are warmly encouraged to apply, and we are open to considering part time or job share arrangements for the right candidate.
The school was judged Good in all areas by Ofsted (January 2025).
We are a small rural village primary school serving the parishes of Barningham, Coney Weston and Knettishall, although a number of our children do come from out of catchment.
The school has a Voluntary Controlled Status under the diocese of St Edmundsbury.
The buildings date from 1859, with more modern additions, and are set in attractive fenced grounds with two playgrounds, grassed areas and gardens. We have a good-sized hall, four classrooms, a small library area and our own school kitchen providing hot meals at lunch time. The school is next to a playing field which we use for PE and after school clubs.
The school caters for children from Nursery (age 3) through to Year 6. We currently operate a four-class structure: Early Years (Nursery and Reception), Key Stage 1 (Year 1 and 2), Lower Key Stage 2 (Year 3 and 4) and Upper Key Stage 2 (Year 5 and 6). At times, we move to a three-class structure to best meet the needs of our pupils. Each class is led by a class teacher and supported by Teaching Assistants.
We are:
a small, rural village school with high standards
friendly and supportive, with a strong community and family feel
an inclusive school with high ambitions for every child.
You will:
view each child as an individual, believing that all children can grow and succeed, aligning with our mission
have high expectations of pupils’ achievement and behaviour
be positive, creative and enthusiastic in your approach to teaching and learning
be a collaborative and supportive team member.
Our school benefits from a supportive Governing Body, an active Parents Association (Friends), and excellent outdoor learning opportunities, including access to extensive grounds and a neighbouring public cricket field.
Candidates should be in sympathy with the Christian ethos of the school.
Roll: 66 pupils (4–11 years) plus 9 Nursery pupils (total 75).
To find out more
Please read the Job Description and Person Specification (word) and Application Guidance (word)
Informal conversations are recommended prior to applying. Please call Stephany Hunter, Headteacher or Dawn Pipe, Office Manager at the school on 01359 221297 to make arrangements. We would also welcome visits to the school.
For further information, please call Stephany Hunter, Headteacher on 01359 221297 or email [email protected]
To see our school in action, please visit our website or view our Twitter page on @BarninghamCEVCP
How to apply
Please complete the Application Form (word)
Please email your completed application to [email protected] or return by post to Barningham CEVC Primary School, Church Road, Barningham, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP31 1DD
Closing date: 5 pm, 25 June 2026.
Interview date: 2 July 2026.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is also subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and children’s barred list check. Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks which are in place across the school.
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