KS2 Specialist Teaching Assistant

Pink Tile Education Ltd; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Weekly pay

Long-term placements

Dedicated education consultant support

Opportunity for permanent placement

Job summary

Pink Tile Education Ltd is seeking a KS2 Teaching Assistant to join a friendly primary school in Eastbourne. The role involves supporting Years 3–6, delivering targeted interventions, and providing day-to-day pastoral support to help pupils become confident, independent learners.

You will work alongside experienced teachers, enjoying flexible bank hours and ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant, with opportunities for long-term or permanent placements within the school.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a primary school is preferred.
• Confident in supporting KS2 learners.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support learning across Years 3–6.
• Deliver small-group interventions in English and Maths.
• Assist pupils requiring additional classroom support.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement.
• Prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Work closely with teachers to help every child reach potential.

Skills

KS2 experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Professionalism

Job description

KS2 Teaching Assistant | Flexible School-Based Role | Eastbourne

Location: Eastbourne, East Sussex
Role: Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant
Contract: Regular Bank Staff (Flexible Hours)
Start Date: September 2026

Help pupils reach their full potential.

A friendly and inclusive primary school in Eastbourne is seeking an experienced Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant to join their regular bank team.

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers, supporting pupils across Years 3 to 6 with classroom learning, targeted interventions and day-to-day pastoral support.

If you enjoy helping children become confident, independent learners while working in a welcoming school environment, this could be the perfect opportunity.

The Role

As a KS2 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support learning across Years 3–6.
• Deliver small-group interventions in English and Maths.
• Assist pupils who require additional classroom support.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement.
• Prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Work closely with teachers to help every child achieve their potential.

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Has experience working within a primary school.
• Is confident supporting KS2 learners.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Can adapt to different classrooms and learning needs.
• Brings energy, positivity and professionalism every day.

Teaching Assistant qualifications are welcomed but experience within schools is equally valued.

What You'll Receive

• Flexible work that fits around your schedule.
• Weekly competitive pay.
• Consistent opportunities within one welcoming school.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent placements.

Essential Requirements

• Previous UK school experience.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Two recent professional references.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Looking for rewarding classroom experience with flexibility?

Pink Tile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, references and safer recruitment procedures.