Job Title - Teaching Assistant
Location - St Leonards on Sea
Job Type - Permanent
Hours - 30 hours per week, Term time only

Your new company

An experienced Headteacher and a supportive senior leadership team are seeking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated support team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, while also supporting during lunchtimes.



Your new role

• Work in partnership with class teachers, Lead TA, and inclusion teams to support identified priorities.
• Deliver targeted interventions and track pupil progress to ensure children achieve their best.
• Provide high standards of care and promote inclusion, equality, and independence for all pupils.
• Support teaching and learning by assessing, recording, and feeding back on pupil achievement.
• Act as a positive role model, encouraging cooperation, engagement, and self‑reliance.
• Undertake relevant training and professional development in line with the school’s improvement plan.

What you'll need to succeed

• Holds relevant qualifications (minimum GCSEs in English & Maths; Level 3 NVQ or equivalent desirable).
• Has experience working with primary‑aged children, ideally within a school setting.
• Can support pupils of all abilities, including those with SEND, using positive behaviour strategies.
• Understands safeguarding and is committed to promoting the wellbeing of children.
• Demonstrates resilience, flexibility, professionalism, and excellent communication skills.
• Is able to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to planning and delivering interventions.
• Is open to training and continuous professional development.
• Shows commitment to equality, inclusion, and creating a supportive learning environment.

What you'll get in return

• Regular reviews of staff wellbeing and workload
• Bespoke career pathways for every member of staff
• Outstanding professional development opportunities at every stage of your career
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support for staff and their immediate family
• Term Time Only
• A friendly, dedicated staff team who value teamwork and positive relationships
• High-quality induction and development programmes for all new staff
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative ethos, with access to Trust-wide expertise in pupil welfare, SEND, and behaviour
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling
• Discounted wraparound childcare for staff
• Free academy-wide social events throughout the year

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.