HLTA

West Sussex County Council; Crawley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairway Infant School, part of West Sussex County Council, seeks a High Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our friendly infant school in Copthorne. The post is permanent, Grade 8 SCP 20-24, term-time pro rata, with 32.5 hours per week (8:30–3:30). Start ASAP, closing date 13 November 2026.

The role combines classroom TA duties with cover for release time and absences. The successful candidate will build strong relationships with pupils, support EYFS/KS1 learning, and work flexibly as part

Qualifications

• Ability to build excellent relationships with pupils, plan and collaborate.
• Experience of teaching whole classes in EYFS and Key Stage 1.
• High levels of enthusiasm, flexibility and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching in class as a teaching assistant for part of the time and provide cover for teacher release time and absences.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support learning and wellbeing of pupils.

Skills

Relationship building with pupils

Whole class teaching EYFS/KS1

Team collaboration

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: 5 days a week, term time only, plus INSET days as specified by the school
Grade/ Salary: Grade 8 SCP 20-24, term time only, pro rata, £24,228- £26,320
Hours per week: 32.5, 8.30-3.30pm
Start date: ASAP (subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks)
Closing date: Friday 13th November 2026
Interview: Tuesday 17th November 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated and caring HLTA to join our friendly little school. Do you have a passion for teaching and making learning inspiring, immersive and interconnected? Do you have high expectations of yourself and the children in your care? Are you committed to making learning accessible to all? Then we want to hear from you!

We are a two-form entry, oversubscribed infant school at the heart of Copthorne Village and can offer you a new and exciting challenge in our happy school within our genuinely supportive team.

This post will involve working in class as a teaching assistant for some of the time and will also include providing cover for teacher’s release time and in the event of teacher absence.

We can offer:

• A welcoming, happy and purposeful working environment
• Experienced and supportive colleagues
• Children who are enthusiastic and enjoy their learning

This is an ideal opportunity for you to play an important part in the life of this friendly and caring village school.

The successful candidate will have:

• The ability to build excellent relationships with pupils, plans and collaborations
• Experience of teaching whole classes in EYFS and Key Stage 1
• High levels of enthusiasm, flexibility and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

Safeguarding Statement

Fairway Infant School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

Contact details

For further information, please contact the school office on 01342 713691 or visit our website: www.fairwayinfant.co.uk

Completed application forms can be sent directly by email to [e-mail] FAO The Headteacher

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