Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Wealden; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Hailsham, East Sussex, is recruiting for a Classroom Assistant to join a friendly primary school. Start date September; full-time contract; no prior classroom experience required and full training provided.

You will support pupils 1:1 and in small groups, help with lessons, manage behaviour, and assist children with additional needs. Driving is helpful but not essential, and an Enhanced DBS check is required or applied for.

Qualifications

• No classroom experience required; full training provided.
• Enhanced DBS check required or willingness to apply.
• Ability to support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Driving is beneficial but not essential.
• Proactive, reliable and flexible approach when working with children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in class on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist the teacher with lessons and classroom activities
• Help manage behaviour and keep pupils engaged
• Support children with additional needs where required
• Encourage confidence, independence, and positive social interaction
• Assist with general classroom organisation

Skills

Proactive

Reliable

Flexible

Relationship-building

Job description

Classroom Assistant - Primary School

Location: Hailsham, East Sussex

Start Date: September

Contract: Full-time

If you looking to start a career working with children, or ready to take the next step into education, Teaching Personnel are recruiting for a Classroom Assistant to join a friendly and supportive primary school in Hailsham.

About the School

This welcoming and inclusive primary school is at the heart of its local community and is known for its supportive atmosphere and strong focus on pupil wellbeing. Staff work closely together to create a positive learning environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to develop confidence and a love of learning.

The Role

• Support pupils in class on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist the teacher with lessons and classroom activities
• Help manage behaviour and keep pupils engaged
• Support children with additional needs where required
• Encourage confidence, independence, and positive social interaction
• Assist with general classroom organisation

Who This Role Suits

• Sports coaching or team leadership
• Youth work or community settings
• Childcare, nursery work, or babysitting
• Psychology or education graduates/students

What We're Looking For

• A proactive, reliable, and flexible approach
• Confidence building relationships with children
• A genuine interest in supporting child development
• Driving is beneficial but not essential
• An Enhanced DBS Check (or willingness to apply for one)

Why Apply?

• No classroom experience required - full support provided
• A great opportunity to gain school-based experience
• Supportive staff team and ongoing guidance
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference
• Ideal stepping stone into teaching or education careers

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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