Teaching Assistant

Greenway Junior School; Horsham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Horsham is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant dedicated to supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Responsibilities include collaborating with teachers to enhance learning experiences, especially in outdoor settings. Preferred candidates should have experience in SEND and a willingness to engage in outdoor learning initiatives. This full-time role involves working 32.5 hours a week during term time, with a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working options

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Access to staff benefits portal

Qualifications

• Strong interest or experience in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Ability to engage and support children in their learning.
• Experience in planning provisions and building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher and SENCo in delivering learning experiences.
• Contribute to outdoor learning and Forest School activities.
• Build strong relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Experience in supporting children with SEND

Ability to use various strategies to engage children

Collaborative professional

Excellent role model to children

Positive and supportive of school ethos

Education

Forest School qualification (preferred)

Job description

About Greenway Junior School

Greenway Junior School is a three‑form entry Junior School in Horsham where the whole school community is committed to lifelong learning for all. Children at Greenway enjoy actively learning with a vibrant cross‑curricular approach. Our core values—integrity, courage, aspiration, compassion and respect—ensure our pupils become active, positive and resilient young people.

Greenway joined GLF Schools in September 2022 and now benefits from sharing excellent resources, CPD and best practice with other GLF schools.

Our school sits within a newly established cluster overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Greenway Junior School the cluster includes Forge Wood Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Southgate Primary School, Salfords Primary School, Lime Tree Primary School and Merstham Primary School.

Our Opportunity

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, caring and proactive Teaching Assistant to join our team and play a key role in supporting both the class teacher and our SENCo in delivering exceptional learning experiences. If you have a strong interest or experience in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) we’d love to hear from you!

We are also passionate about outdoor learning. That is why we welcome applicants who hold a Forest School qualification or who have a genuine passion for learning outdoors and a willingness to complete Forest School training. This is a fantastic opportunity to help us continue providing enriching outdoor learning experiences that inspire creativity and confidence in our pupils.

What we’re looking for

• A colleague with experience in supporting children with SEND
• Someone with high expectations who is committed to raising the achievement of all children
• The ability to use a variety of strategies to engage and support children in their learning
• A collaborative professional who can contribute to provision planning
• An excellent role model to children, colleagues and parents exemplifying our core principle of kindness
• A positive, open‑minded professional actively supportive of the ethos, vision and values of the school
• A member of the team who can build strong relationships with the many stakeholders in a school

Join Our Community

As part of GLF Schools you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. Regular progression discussions offer a wealth of opportunities for career growth within our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi‑Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 local‑authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

Our Employment Offer

• GLF Schools has a generous employment offer which allows all our colleagues to grow, learn and flourish
• Access to our highly competitive pension scheme (LGPS)
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work‑life and family‑friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Hours: 32.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.30am‑3.30pm.

Term Time: 39 weeks per year (including INSET days).

Salary: GLF Associate 2 point 1 - 23,651.

Actual Salary: 18,368.65.

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Required Experience

Junior IC

Key Skills

Change Management, Airport Security, Bid Management, Biomedical, Arbitration

Employment Type & Vacancy

Employment Type: Full‑Time.

Experience: years.

Vacancy: 1.