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ESTCOTS PRIMARY SCHOOL
JOB DESCRIPTION - Teaching Assistant
This job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the Headteacher and member of staff and will be reviewed annually.
Job Purpose
To carry out the duties of a Teaching Assistant as circumstances may require and in accordance with the school’s policies under the direction of the Headteacher.
Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks
- To work under the instruction of teaching staff and SENDCo to enable quality learning for all pupils.
- Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside or with small groups.
- To supervise and support pupils with special needs including the development and implementation of individual education and behaviour plans.
- To encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in meaningful play and activities led by the teacher.
- To create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment.
- To provide clerical and admin support as necessary.
- To monitor and record pupils’ responses and assess ongoing learning.
- To be aware of and comply with all School Policies and Procedures.
- To participate in training and other learning activities as required.
- To attend relevant meetings as required.
- To inform the class teacher, school office or Headteacher of any serious injury especially head injuries.
- To administer basic first aid as the need arises.
- To put the needs (including medical) of the children first at all times
- To observe confidentiality at all times.
- To cover Lunch duties as required
- To undertake all duties reasonably requested by the Headteacher
Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified.
Job Details
Salary: £25,185 pro rata
Contract Type: Temporary
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday Term Time
Location: East Grinstead
Interviews: Monday 29th June 2026
What You Need to Succeed
The successful candidate will:
- be enthusiastic, caring and motivated
- have experience of working with children
- be able to work as part of a team
- be able to demonstrate a flexible attitude to work
Applicants with qualifications are desirable.
Further Information
Estcots Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.
Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).
Once complete please return this to [email protected]
Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01342 327473
NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.
The reference number for this role is SCHO02558.
Job Reference: SCHO02558
