- South Lee Prep School and Nursery
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Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 2BT
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Salary: Competitive
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Hours: Full time, term time only, 8.30am – 3.30pm, Monday – Friday
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Contract: 1-year fixed term (with the possibility of it being extended). Required from 3 September 2026
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Reference: 0779
Probationary Period: 1 year, reports to the SENCo.
EYFS / KS1 1:1 Teaching Assistant
South Lee Prep School is looking for an EYFS / KS1 1 to 1 Teaching Assistant to join our hard-working and inclusive staff.
We are seeking a reliable, committed and capable Teaching Assistant who will provide 1 to 1 support in the classroom with an individual pupil. Ideally, you will have experience of 1 to 1 working.
You will have:
experience of working with primary aged children (preferably with SEN and ASD experience)
the ability to use your own initiative in supporting the learning needs of our pupils
the ability to communicate and motivate children
a flexible and committed approach to working as part of a team.
Founded in 1961, South Lee School is a thriving, highly successful, co-ed day prep school. Pupils move on at 13+ to a range of senior schools, locally and further afield.
About South Lee Prep School and Nursery
South Lee Prep School 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.
Working at South Lee Prep and Nursery:
all teachers are issued with an iPad as part of our Digitally Enhanced Learning
various opportunities for professional development
longer holidays than the maintained sector
fee concessions
free on-site parking
free wellbeing gym sessions in our onsite gym
company pension scheme with flexibility for employees and free financial advice for each employee available on appointment
delicious, cooked lunches every day during term time and free refreshments available throughout the day
conveniently located on the edge of Bury St Edmunds
reduced rates on facility hire for family events or groups from outside school
thorough induction with mentor and staff buddy for the first year in post
amazing colleagues with a culture of teamwork, sharing best practice and support.
To find out more
Please read the Job Description (word)
For further details, please call Sarah Catchpole (Head) on 01284 754654.
Visits to the school are welcomed.
How to apply
Please complete the Application Form (word)
Alternatively, for an application form and other details please visit our website
All applications should be emailed to [email protected]
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged strongly to apply in good time.
Closing date: 12 pm, 19 June 2026.
Interview date: 24 –26 June 2026.
For reasons of safer recruitment, please be aware we do not accept or review curriculum vitae. To progress your application, we will require a completed South Lee Prep School Application Form.
It is our policy that we request employment references for all short-listed candidates prior to interview. Applicants will be asked to confirm that they have not been disqualified from working with children. Any gaps in employment will be explored at interview.
Candidates should be aware that in line with Keeping Children Safe, we will conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates.
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