About Us Desmond Anderson Primary Academy Desmond Anderson Academy takes pride in its engaging curriculum, carefully crafted to cater to the needs of every child, instilling a genuine love for learning. Our approach emphasises close collaboration within our community, working closely with parents and carers to ensure each child's success. Catering to children from Reception to Year 6, our academy is enriched by the presence of a Special Support Centre and a Nursery, offering comprehensive support and opportunities for all ages. At Desmond Anderson, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically and socially. We are an expanding school, which now has a published admissions number of 60 and will have a total capacity of 430 pupils. Visit us: Home - Desmond Anderson Primary Academy Job Details Working Pattern: Term time only (38 weeks) Actual Starting Salary (calculated pro rata): £17,985 fringe allowance £522 per annum Salaries are paid in 12 equal monthly instalments Do you want to support pupils with their learning and personal development? Teaching Assistants play a crucial role in the classroom. We are seeking an individual who can support our teachers and motivate and encourage our KS2 pupils. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who is calm, confident and has the skills to be able to support classroom activities safely and can create a positive learning environment. The role of Teaching Assistant is crucial in promoting the learning and personal development of all pupils; including but not exclusively, those with special education needs. To succeed in this role, you will need to: Provide support to the Teacher in the planning and evaluation of learning activities and support the delivery of learning activities Motivate and encourage students by providing levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks Consistently and effectively implement agreed behaviour management strategies. Cover Lunch duty What You Need to Succeed Please refer to the job description for further information. Further Information Desmond Anderson Primary Academy 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 Please apply on our careers site: University of Brighton Academies Trust | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Job Information | Apply for Teaching Assistant 1 Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us at office@desmondandersonprimaryacademy.org.uk 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 SCHO00573. Job Reference: SCHO00573