Hours of work: 30
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: Friday 10 January 2025
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
The Southfield Trust
The Lindfield School
Lindfield Road
Hampden Park
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN22 0BQ
Phone: (Ext 653)
Email:
Website:
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.
The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision.
Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.
If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.
Join Our Team
The Southfield Trust is seeking dedicated and passionate Teaching Assistants to join our vibrant team in a rewarding educational environment.
We offer the opportunity to work in an urban setting, supporting a diverse group of SEN students to achieve their full potential.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our teachers and engaging with our pupils.
Your responsibilities will include:
Assisting in the preparation and delivery of lessons Providing support to individual students or small groups to help them understand the material and complete tasks Helping to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment Monitoring and recording student progress Assisting with the management of classroom resources and setup Contracted hours are approx.
08:40 to 15:10 five days a week (30 hours a week) dependent on site.
About You
We are looking for candidates who have:
A genuine passion for education and the well-being of children Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • The ability to work collaboratively with teachers and school staff Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent) are desirable but not essential
We Offer
A supportive and welcoming staff team Opportunities for professional development A dynamic and creative work environment
Contract
This is a permanent contract subject to a successful probationary year.
The paid hours of work are: Monday to Friday, 30 hrs per week (6 hours each day with a 30-minute unpaid break) approx 8:40am- 3:10pm, dependent on site.
This is a term time only post which is paid for 45.05 weeks per year.
As this post is part time / term time only the salary will be Single Status Grade 3.7 and pro rata of the full-time figure (£24,027) and is £16,831 per year.
As part of your contract, you are required to work an additional 5 days during the holidays to cover clubs.
These days can be spread throughout the year or completed in one week, depending on the requirements of your allocated school site.
You will be paid for these additional hours with your contracted hourly rate.
You can also claim for additional hours worked while taking part in after school clubs
Apply Now
For more information about the Trust please visit our website:
Visits to a Trust school are encouraged - please email your contact details to the HR team at if you would like to arrange a visit or for more information.
Candidates should be prepared to work at any one of our school sites.
Please complete a support-staff application form for this post, which can be accessed via the Vacancies tab on our website along with the Job Description and Person Specification.
The closing date for this position is midday, on Friday 10th January 2025.
Interview date TBC.
If you do not receive a response to your application by Friday 17th January, you can assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer overseas sponsorship.
We look forward to receiving your application.
We do not accept CVs.
Your application will be accepted if sent by email to:
The Southfield Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Employment will be subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory DBS Enhanced clearance and references.
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.
Additional Information
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency's Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
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 .
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.