Assistant Teacher

Ad Warrior Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Brighton is seeking an Assistant Teacher to join the Early Years Foundation Stage team. This part-time role, starting in April 2026, involves supporting teachers and creating engaging learning environments for young children. Ideal candidates will have a level 3 qualification or above in Early Years education. Benefits include a contributory pension scheme, generous wellbeing support, complimentary meals, and opportunities for personal development within a supportive educational community.

Benefits

Complimentary lunch

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Employee benefit and discount platform

Subsidised gym membership

Qualifications

• Qualified to level 3 or above in Early Years education.
• Experience working with young children in an educational setting.
• Ability to create engaging learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with planning and delivering curriculum.
• Create impactful learning environments for children.
• Support the co-curricular activities and after-school clubs.

Skills

Knowledge of EYFS framework

Planning and organisational skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Education

Level 3 qualification or above

Job description

Assistant Teacher

Location: Brighton

Salary: A salary of £14,387 - £16,298 per annum will be offered, depending on experience

Vacancy Type: Permanent/Part Time

Brighton College Prep School is seeking an Assistant Teacher to start in April 2026. This is a part-time role, working in the Early Years Foundation Stage.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Assistant Teacher who is fully integrated into the life of the school and Brighton College as a whole. Due to the nature of the role, candidates will need to hold a level 3 qualification or above.

Key Responsibilities

• To work closely with the teachers regarding termly and weekly planning, and with other staff to ensure continuity and progression.
• To have knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework.
• To proactively arrange and set-up learning environments for impactful pupil use, including outdoor learning areas.
• To take responsibility for planning and delivering interventions and assessing pupils.
• To assist specialist teachers in the delivery of the curriculum and school events.
• To share the responsibility for pastoral care of the children and ensure good personal relationships are fostered between the children themselves and with the staff.
• To liaise with the Learning Support Leadership.
• To work with the class teachers to create a stimulating learning environment.
• To support the teaching team with general organisational duties.
• To undertake observations of children individually and in groups and upload comments and assessments on to Tapestry, their online learning journal.
• To be prepared to market the school by speaking to prospective parents visiting the classroom, attending Open Mornings/events at the weekend and acting as ambassadors for the school.
• To be willing to attend school functions as required.
• To undertake all duties and procedures as specified in the current staff handbook.
• To attend INSETS and undertake continuous professional development.
• To be a good role model in respect of speech, dress, behaviour and care of equipment.
• To support the co-curricular programme by running a weekly after school club on a theme of your choice.
• To support the after-school group on two days per week after school.
• To support the holiday club for three days per year during the school holidays.

Desirable Qualities

• An interest and commitment to the education and happiness of young children.
• A sound knowledge of relevant teaching curricular, including any recent changes.
• A positive approach to assisting and teaching.
• A caring attitude towards children and peers.
• Patience and tolerance when dealing with others.
• Energy and enthusiasm within a busy workplace.
• A creative outlook and a 'can do' attitude.
• The ability to be fair and objective.
• The ability to work as a team member and independently.
• The ability to use initiative.
• A flexible approach and willingness to be flexible with others.
• A willingness to further own professional development.
• To be a good communicator.
• To have a sense of humour!

Hours

• 25.5 hours per week. The core hours are 7.45am-4.00pm, Monday to Wednesday inclusive, with a 30-minute unpaid lunchbreak and a further 15-minute unpaid break at another time during the day.
• The total working hours will also include two hours per week for Rockhoppers After School Club and one hour per week for an after-school club.
• There is also a requirement to work an additional three days during the school holidays for Rockhoppers Holiday Club.
• This role is term time (35 weeks per year) plus an additional three days during the school holidays.
• Some flexibility with start and finish times will be required.

Holidays

• Annual leave entitlement is included in the salary for this role.
• Holidays should be taken outside of the working weeks.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• This role will involve daily contact with pupils and the successful candidate will be engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
• All staff and volunteers have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible and with whom they come into contact.

Benefits

• Complimentary lunch is provided.
• Free tickets to the College's music, dance and drama performances.
• Job specific Learning and Development programme available to all employees.
• Life Cover is provided whilst working at Brighton College after successfully passing probation period.
• Brighton College provides a contributory pension scheme with matching contributions from the employer up to 9%, which all eligible employees will be automatically enrolled into within three months of commencement of employment.
• Employee benefit and discount platform.

Wellbeing

• Significantly subsidised gym membership for the School of Science and Sport is available for eligible employees, which includes access to yoga and Pilates classes, meditation sessions, the gym and swimming pool.
• Generous sickness policy.
• Personalised health and wellbeing consultations.
• Comprehensive wellbeing package.
• Access to books, magazines and DVDs from the College Library.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Brighton College, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

https://brightoncollege.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/vacancy/972/Assistant-Teacher---Early-Years