Woodbridge Road Academy
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Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 2EB
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Salary: £22,102 - £22,453 actual per annum (£25,583 - £25,989 pro rata)
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Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, term time only plus 1
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Contract: Permanent. Required from September 2026
- Reference: 5283
Paradigm Trust is looking to appoint an inspirational and highly motivated Teaching Assistant into the team at Woodbridge Road Academy from September 2026. Please note that this position is also being advertised as an apprenticeship.
Typically, pupils who attend have complex communication and interaction needs which create significant barriers to learning in a mainstream environment. Many pupils are likely to have Autism Spectrum Condition, and others have a profile with a similar presentation.
The trust
When you join Paradigm, you’ll be joining a trust that is committed to developing and sustaining great schools to make the biggest difference for pupils. It’s a place where we work together, helping each other to make sure every child can reach their potential.
We are only able to do this through the hard work of our staff, and so we value them accordingly. At Paradigm, you’ll be supported with your career goals, with ongoing professional development and numerous opportunities to progress on your career path. Staff health is extremely important to us, and as part of Paradigm, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits that are designed to support your wellbeing, as well as a highly competitive rewards package.
If you have a passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
The position
You will work with individual pupils and groups of pupils, under the direction of a teacher/line manager, introducing tasks, monitoring pupils’ work and using a range of strategies to support their learning. You will have the ability to draw on your skills and knowledge to respond effectively to pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
What you will offer
We are looking for individuals with the dedication to promoting effective and inclusive education for all pupils and an understanding and ability to establish clear boundaries in relation to pupils’ behaviour. You will demonstrate a commitment to collaborative working and have effective communication and interpersonal skills.
You will have a willingness and desire to learn and to gain knowledge and develop skills to improve your work performance.
A flexible, patient, and hardworking approach to work will be required with the ability to work as part of a team.
What we will offer
You will be joining a friendly and engaging workplace with benefits including:
a Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
a strong commitment to professional development
we strive to be a family-friendly employer
an employee counselling service
a cycle to work scheme.
To find out more
If you would like to have a conversation with the Principal, Naomi Shenton, regarding this vacancy, this can be arranged by calling the school office on 01473 353440 or emailing [email protected]
How to apply
To apply for this vacancy, please visit our website
Closing date: 9 am, 15 July 2026.
Interview date: 17 July 2026.
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