Teaching Assistant – Mainstream Primary School

Location: Arundel, West Sussex
Salary: £14.25 per hour
Start Date: November 2026
Contract: Ongoing opportunity | 8.30-3.30 | Monday-Friday | Term time only

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils’ learning, development and wellbeing throughout the school day.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons and classroom activities.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils develop their confidence and understanding.
• Assisting pupils with literacy, numeracy and other curriculum activities.
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive and well-organised classroom environment.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, participation and independence.
• Supporting pupils’ social and emotional development.
• Preparing classroom resources and assisting with general classroom duties.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about education and genuinely enjoys helping children learn and develop.

You will ideally have:

• A patient, caring and approachable manner.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children and staff.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to get involved.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team while using your own initiative.
• A genuine interest in supporting children’s educational and personal development.

Previous experience working with children, whether in a school, nursery, childcare setting or another relevant environment, would be beneficial but is not essential.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work within a welcoming mainstream primary school.
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children’s lives.
• Experience working alongside experienced teaching staff.
• The opportunity to develop your skills and experience within education.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.

Interested?

If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity in education and would love to support children in a mainstream primary school, we’d love to hear from you!

Get in touch today to find out more about the role and discuss how you could become part of the school community.

Apply today and take the next step in your education career!