Teaching Assistant 3 - Mentor (The Workplace Alternative Provision Free School as part of The S[...]

East Sussex County Council; England; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority in England is hiring for a part-time Teaching Assistant 3 - Mentor role in a life-changing educational environment. Candidates will support at-risk students in vocational areas and core subjects, offering classroom and pastoral assistance. Qualifications or experience in education and the ability to form positive relationships are essential. This role promotes student engagement and provides a supportive team atmosphere, with benefits such as free lunches and a focus on professional development.

Benefits

Free daily lunch

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to support students in vocational areas.
• Fostering relationships with at-risk students.
• Supervise classes and provide pastoral support.

Responsibilities

• Support students across various subjects.
• Deliver quality cover classes as needed.
• Work with class teachers to create meaningful programs.

Skills

Experience with young people

Ability to build relationships

Interest in vocational subjects

Education

Relevant experience or qualifications in education

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Hours of work: 19.5 to 32.5
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: 12 noon, Thursday 8th January 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
The Workplace Alternative Provision Free School as part of The Sabden Multi Academy Trust
Down Road
Bexhill-On-Sea
East Sussex
TN39 4HS

Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.sabden.org.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

The Workplace

Teaching Assistant 3 – Mentor

Permanent – Term Time Only

19.5 hour to 32.5 hours per week ( 3 – 5 days)

39 weeks worked per year/46.20 weeks paid per year

Grade 4 - SSP 9-10 (FTE £25,185 to £25,583)

Pro rata starting salary from £11,792 to £19,654 p.a.

The Workplace is an aspirational and innovative Alternative Provision Free School in East Sussex. The Workplace provides industry relevant education for students in year 9‑11 which is high quality, based on partnerships and focussed on enterprise. It offers students a strong grounding in Maths, English, Science and Enterprise alongside quality provision in one of six vocational areas (Hairdressing & Barbering, Hospitality & Catering, Multi‑trades construction, Automotive, Sports & Fitness and Arts & Creativity).

Students who access The Workplace come from across East Sussex and have been identified as at being at risk of disengagement from their commissioning school. We have high expectations of students via Workplace standards, to suitably prepare them for post‑16 and the wider world of work. Staff work with employers across industry to ensure that classroom practice replicates the world of work and ensure students develop relevant skills and knowledge.

The role of the Teaching Assistant 3 - Mentor is a key position, supporting students in a number of vocational areas and core subjects. Mentors offer classroom support, pastoral support and work with class teachers to develop meaningful programmes. They sometimes supervise classes to cover staff absence, working in small teams to deliver quality cover classes. Whilst experience of working with young people would be advantageous, the ability to develop and sustain meaningful relationships and champion students who have struggled to access mainstream education is key.

We are looking to recruit a number of Teaching Assistant 3 Mentor with experience or an interest in one of the following areas:

• Automotive
• Construction
• Sport
• Art & Media
• Hairdressing and Barbering
• Hospitality & Catering
• Core subjects – English, Maths or Science

We have a number of positions available, starting from 19.5 hours per week over 3 days to 32.5 hours per week, over 5 days. The scheduled hours of work per day is from 8.30am to 3.30pm. We are a warm, friendly and supportive team, with additional benefits, such as free daily lunch.

If successful, you will be employed initially by The SABDEN Multi Academy Trust and then transferred via TUPE to London South East Academies Trust in early to mid 2026.

The successful candidate will be joining a Trust and school that continues to be ambitious in its drive to improve outcomes for our students. You will join a highly dedicated and professional staff team and be part of a supportive working and learning environment, where your professional development is highly valued and your wellbeing is paramount.

To find out more about the Trust and The Workplace, please visit SABDEN's website here: www.sabden.org.uk

For an application pack, please visit the vacancy section of the SABDEN Multi Academy Trust website here: www.sabden.org.uk/216/vacancies

The closing date for completed applications is by midday, Thursday 8 th January 2026.

Please send completed applications to [e-mail]

Please note CVs will not be accepted.

The school has a proven commitment to 'Equality of Opportunity' and actively promotes the welfare and safeguarding of young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Debarring.

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Additional Information

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.