Teaching Assistant – Oak Tree Primary School – Burgess Hill

DMAT; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Oak Tree Primary School in Burgess Hill is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support children in the Early Years. You will work with teaching staff to help children learn, grow, and succeed in a friendly, team-focused environment.

The role is term-time only, with hours 8:30am to 3:00pm, Monday to Friday, and a pro-rata salary of £16,484.00. Closing date is 9am on Wednesday 23rd Sep 2026.

Qualifications

• Caring and supportive approach to children.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff.
• Positive and patient demeanour helpful in Early Years.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the classroom.
• Assist in the Early Years setting.
• Contribute to a caring and positive classroom environment.

Skills

Caring

Teamwork

Organised

Patience

Job description

At Oak Tree Primary School, we’re looking for a caring, motivated, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team, initially in Early Years. You’ll bring a genuine passion for helping children learn, grow, and succeed, along with the confidence to support teaching and learning across the classroom.

We’re seeking someone who is organised, patient, and positive — a true team player who can build strong relationships, use initiative, and model the values that make our school such a special place to learn and work.

Term Time only – 8.30am – 3pm Monday to Friday

Pro-rata salary £16,484.00

Closing date: 9am Wednesday 23rd Sep 2026