Support Assistant

Brighton & Hove City Council; Patcham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Brighton & Hove City Council's Patcham Infant School is seeking a Support Assistant to help children's learning during term-time. The role is part-time (31.25 hours per week) with 47.36 paid weeks per year, starting 1 October 2026.

This fixed-term post runs until 31 August 2027 and requires a willingness to support pupils, including those with additional needs. Experience with young children with Special Educational Needs is desirable.

Qualifications

• Part-time: 31.25 hours per week, term-time only.
• Paid weeks per year: 47.36 (holiday entitlement included).
• Fixed term: Until 31 August 2027.
• Start date: 1 October 2026.
• Experience of working with young children with Special Educational Needs is desirable.

Skills

Experience with SEN children

Job description

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location_on Location Patcham Infant School, Highview Avenue South, Brighton, BN1 8WW

Job profile for Support Assistant

Support Assistant

location_on Patcham Infant School, Highview Avenue South, Brighton, BN1 8WW 21/09/2026

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Job details

Salary £27,254 - £27,694 (pro rata) Contractual hours 31.25 Job category/type Teaching and Leadership Date posted 11/09/2026 Job reference REQ0001488 Attachments attachment Advert - Support Assistant - Patcham Infant School.pdf attachment Application Form (Support Staff).docx attachment SA Job description Patcham Infant School.pdf

Job description

Part-time: 31.25 hour per week, term-time only.

Paid weeks per year:47.36 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Fixed term:Until 31st August 2027

Start date:1st October 2026

About the Role

Patcham Infant School is a popular thriving 3 form entry school with a nursery attached. We are looking for someone who is willing to take on new ideas and initiatives and has an enthusiasm for assisting children’s learning in order for them to reach their full potential.

Experience of working with young children with Special Educational Needs in a school situation is desirable.

Closing date: Monday 21st September 2026 (midday)

Interview date:Friday 25th September 2026

Telephone: [phone]

Website:www.patchaminf.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Additional Information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Patcham Infant School is committed to the provision of a safe and secure environment for pupils. The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring check. Reference to child protection will be made at any interview. Failure to disclose any relevant information that later comes to light may result in dismissal and possible prosecution.

Company Information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.