Teaching Assistant

Teach South; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach South is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils at a Crowborough secondary school. This full-time, term-time post provides hands-on classroom experience and an opportunity to contribute to students’ learning and wellbeing.

We welcome graduates aiming for teacher training or applicants with prior child-focused work. You’ll work alongside teachers to create an inclusive, encouraging learning environment, help promote participation, and support learners who may need extra help.

Qualifications

• Graduate seeking teacher training or those with child-focused experience.
• Experience working with children is beneficial.
• Strong communication and patience are essential.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom and with their learning.
• Work with teachers to create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage students’ confidence, participation and independence.
• Offer support to students who may need additional help.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Caring

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

This Teaching Assistant post in Crowborough suits graduates considering teacher training or those with prior child-focused work.

Offered full time, term time, on a contract basis through Teach South, the position pays £18,241 actual, rising to £25,614 full time equivalent.

Working alongside teaching staff at a secondary school, the successful candidate helps pupils engage with lessons, build confidence and fulfil their potential.

Key skills include patience, strong communication and a caring approach. Duties involve supporting learners in class, fostering an inclusive setting and encouraging participation. Immediate start available for the right applicant.

Location: Crowborough Hours: Full time, term time Start: Immediate Salary: £25,614 per annum full time equivalent; actual salary £18,241

Are you a graduate considering teacher training, or do you already have experience working with children? We’re looking for a caring, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support students at a secondary school in Crowborough. This is a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in education and make a positive difference to young people’s learning and wellbeing.

What you’ll do

• Support students in the classroom and with their learning
• Work with teachers to help create a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Encourage students’ confidence, participation and independence
• Offer support to students who may need additional help

This role could suit you if you

• Are a graduate looking to take your first steps into education before pursuing teacher training
• Have experience working with children and are keen to bring those skills to a secondary school
• Communicate well and enjoy working as part of a team
• Are patient, positive and committed to helping young people succeed

The role is full time and starts immediately. The salary is £25,614 per annum full time equivalent, with an actual salary of £18,241. If you’re ready to start a rewarding role supporting young people, we’d love to hear from you.