Teaching Assistant

Position: Teaching Assistant – Maternity Cover
Location: Primary School – West Sussex Area
Contract Type: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
Hours: 8:20 am – 3:20 pm (6.5 hours per day)
Pay: Grade 3 – Scale Point 3 (£24,796 pro rata)

Role Overview

Teaching Personnel is working with a welcoming and supportive primary school seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide full-time support across the school. This is a maternity cover role, lasting up to 12 months or until the postholder returns. The successful candidate will contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment, assisting in the delivery of engaging lessons tailored to pupils’ needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning within classroom and small group settings.
• Provide individual support to pupils with a range of learning needs, including SEN.
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Assist in creating and maintaining a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support colleagues to improve pupil outcomes.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience supporting children in a primary school or educational setting.
• Understanding of special educational needs (SEN) and differentiated learning support.
• A patient, proactive and enthusiastic approach to supporting learning.
• A relevant qualification or First Aid training is desirable but not essential.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive school culture and promoting pupil wellbeing.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work within a supportive, forward-thinking primary school.
• Access to training and professional development through Teaching Personnel.
• Competitive pay via PAYE or umbrella.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout the placement.

Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Access to ongoing training and development.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Opportunity to secure long-term or permanent positions.

If you are passionate about supporting pupils with autism within a creative and caring school community, apply today through Teaching Personnel.

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.
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