Teaching Assistant Grade B

Brighton & Hove City Council; Cupar Muir; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Hill Park School is seeking a Grade B Teaching Assistant to join the Secondary team at Portslade. Part-time 30 hours per week, term-time only, fixed term until 31 August 2027. Start date asap.

The role involves supporting pupils with additional needs and collaborating with teaching staff. We require patience, resilience and a calm, team-oriented approach. GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) are essential, with a focus on assisting individuals and small groups and maintaining a safe,

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) required.
• Patience, calmness and resilience when supporting pupils.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to pupils’ needs.
• Ability to support individuals and small groups in a learning setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to individuals and small groups in the classroom.
• Assist pupils with learning activities and tasks.
• Contribute to a calm and supportive learning environment.
• Adhere to safeguarding and DBS requirements.

Skills

Patience

Calm manner

Resilience

Team player

Support individuals

GCSE Maths and English

Education

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

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location_on Location Hill Park Special School, Foredown Road, Portslade, BN41 2FU

Job profile for Teaching Assistant Grade B

Teaching Assistant Grade B

location_on Hill Park Special School, Foredown Road, Portslade, BN41 2FU 16/10/2026

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary £28,153 - £28,608 pro rata

Contractual hours 30

Job category/type Teaching and Leadership

Date posted 02/10/2026

Job reference REQ0001584

Attachments

Application Form (Support Staff).docx

Letter from school - 30 hrs TA.docx

Teaching Assistant Level B - JD and Person Spec.doc

Job description

Hill Park School is a three site (Primary/ Secondary) special school for pupils aged 4 - 16 years for pupils with needs ranging from moderate (MLD), severe (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). Some pupils also have a diagnosis of autistic spectrum condition (ASC), complex medical needs or physical disabilities. We have students from Reception through to KS4.

We are looking to recruit Grade B Teaching Assistants to join our Secondary team at our Portslade site.

Part time: 30 hours per week, term-time only.

Fixed term: Until 31 August 2027

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

Start date:As soon as possible

About the Role

We are a warm, friendly and welcoming school with a supportive and caring staff, who work closely as a team.

Our school would be a great place for you to work if you:

• have patience and a calm manner
• have resilience and a commitment to meeting the needs of children with additional needs
• are an excellent team player who is flexible and shows an ability to recognise and respond to pupils’ needs
• can provide support to individuals and small groups
• have Maths and English Qualifications at GCSE or equivalent
• be able to manage a challenging environment, both physically and mentally
• The role will include intimate care and full training will be provided. The need to be able to adapt your skills and to be flexible and resilient is crucial.

Closing date: 9am Friday 16th October 2026

Interview date:Monday 2 nd November 2026

Telephone: [phone]

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

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check. We take safeguarding and child protection seriously and all posts at Hill Park are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Certificate.

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.