Teaching Assistant
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We’re Hiring! Year 1 Teaching Assistant – Chichester
Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow and thrive?
Do you have the enthusiasm, patience and creativity to support our Year 1 learners every day?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!
Position: Year 1 Teaching Assistant
Location: Chichester
Start Date: 05/01/26
⏰ Hours: Full time
About the Role:
We are seeking a caring, proactive and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. You will work closely with the Year 1 class teacher to provide high-quality support both inside and outside the classroom, helping children achieve their best academically, socially and emotionally.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
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Supporting daily classroom activities and learning tasks
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Providing 1:1 or small-group support where needed
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Helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment
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Assisting with phonics, early maths and literacy activities
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Encouraging independence, confidence and good behaviour
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Supporting with classroom organisation and preparation
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
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Loves working with young children
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Is patient, energetic and enthusiastic
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Has good communication and teamwork skills
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Can follow direction while also showing initiative
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Experience in a school setting or an appropriate qualification is desirable but not essential
What We Offer:
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A warm, welcoming and supportive school community
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Opportunities for professional development
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A chance to make a real difference in children’s early education
How to Apply:
Please send your CV.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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