Summary

Are you passionate about supporting children in achieving their full potential? Ipswich High School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant

Detail

Hours of Work: Full Time (30 hours per week) or Part Time available, 34 weeks per year (term time plus 4 inset days)

Are you passionate about supporting children in achieving their full potential?

Ipswich High School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to deliver targeted interventions with small groups of pupils, or, on an individual basis.

Candidates should possess a good standard of education, initiative and an ability to communicate well with both teaching staff and pupils. A good level of English, Maths and ICT is essential, as is a caring and patient nature.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils with complex needs across a range of subjects
• Work with individuals or small groups to reinforce learning and build confidence
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement
• Provide pastoral support and contribute to pupil’s wellbeing
• Assist with supervision duties and wider school activities where required

To find out more:

Please see the Recruitment Pack and Job Description to find out more about this role.

If you would like to discuss the job role in further detail or would like a tour of the school, please contact Linda Marsh, HR Manager at the school on 01473 780201 or via email: recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

How to apply:

Please click on the 'Apply Now' button. When completing your Supporting Statement please advise whether you are looking to undertake the role working the full time hours of 30 hours per week, or part time. If part time, please specify your preference in how many days/hours you would like to apply for.

If you are viewing this advert on an alternative jobs page, please access our vacancies page: Vacancies - Ipswich High School

Closing date: Wednesday, 30th September 2026 at 9.00 am

Applications will be considered on receipt, and we reserve the right to shortlist, interview and appoint before the closing date. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Documents

• Learning-Support-Assistant-job-description PDF Document
• Recruitment Pack - February 2026 PDF Document