Primary Teaching Assistant - Support, Inclusion & Growth

The Methodist Church in Britain; Hove; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Cottesmore St Mary Catholic Primary School is seeking a teaching assistant to support learning alongside class teachers and promote inclusion. The role focuses on building pupils' confidence, independence and self-esteem within a Catholic school environment.

The post is permanent and term-time only, starting in November 2026, with a DBS check required. You will work as part of a supportive team to help pupils reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Recent experience of working with primary-aged children
• Commitment to the school's Catholic vision
• High expectations and aspirations for all children
• Passion for helping every child reach their potential
• Flexible and proactive approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a supportive team
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

Responsibilities

• Support learning by working closely with teachers
• Promote inclusion across the class
• Encourage positive behaviour
• Develop children's confidence, independence and self-esteem
• Use initiative to meet pupils' individual needs
• Work as part of a supportive team

Skills

Commitment to Catholic vision

High expectations for children

Passion for helping every child

Flexible and proactive

Team player

Job description

Cottesmore St Mary Catholic Primary School is seeking a teaching assistant to support learning alongside class teachers and promote inclusion. The role focuses on building pupils' confidence, independence and self-esteem within a Catholic school environment.

The post is permanent and term-time only, starting in November 2026, with a DBS check required. You will work as part of a supportive team to help pupils reach their potential.