About Us
Edward Bryant School is a truly unique and special place and we take pride in the relationships we make with each other, parents, carers and in the wider community.
Our children are fortunate to belong to a caring and creative school where everyone is valued and supported to flourish as they learn and grow. We are a diverse community and our EBS values (Endeavour, Belong, Succeed) help us to work and play together as we engage with our rich and dynamic curriculum.
We are a large primary school with 3 forms of entry and 630 pupils in total; part of the
Schoolsworks Academy Trust and the Felpham and Bognor locality group of schools, sharing in collaborative learning developments across the area.
In December 2022, we were judged to be GOOD with OUTSTANDING features by Ofsted. Below are some quotes from our report.
"Pupils are taught to be a credit to their school and their community."
"They enjoy learning and they are successful at it."
"Leaders have designed a curriculum with the goal of it being 'irresistible and accessible'."
"The behaviour of pupils in the classroom and around the school is exceptional."
We are moving forward and we're on a journey to become outstanding. We look forward to meeting you and hopefully welcoming you on to our ambitious, energetic and collaborative team.
Job Details
Ref: 400113
Required: As soon as practicable
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only (38 weeks per year, plus 5.8 weeks holiday entitlement)
Hours: TA—17 Hours per week (8.45am to 3.25pm) over 3 days
MDM—1.5 hours per week
Salary: TA—NJC Grade 3, SCP3-4, £24,796 - £25,185 p.a. pro rata. Actual starting salary £9,596 p.a.
MDM—NJC Grade 2, SCP 2-3, £24,413 - £24,796 p.a. pro rata. Actual starting salary £833 p.a.
Closing date: Wednesday 24th September 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 1st October 2025
What You Need to Succeed
We are looking for a positive, caring and well-motivated teaching assistant to work within this friendly and supportive school. The role will involve classroom support, working with small class groups and break time supervision. Lunchtime supervision is also a requirement for this role. The successful candidate will work with children in KS1 or KS2.
We would like to hear from candidates that have experience of working within any of these areas and you should make reference to your preferred role on the application form.
As a member of our team we can offer you:-
* A happy and supportive environment where staff and children learn alongside each other
* the chance to become part of a successful and developing team
* Friendly and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning
* A forward-looking school with high aspirations and standards
* Excellent professional support and development opportunities
* Support to achieve HLTA status if desired
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Staff discount portal
Further Information
Edward Bryant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children. This post is subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references, qualifications, health and enhanced DBS checks. Edward Bryant School is part of the Schoolsworks Academy Trust and the Trust is fully committed to supporting the career development of all its staff.
How to Apply
Applicants should clearly state on the application form their current expertise and previous experience. Please make reference to the Personal Specification when completing the Skills and Competencies part of the application.
Completed applications should be forward to
Further details and application forms are available to download from this advert.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and will take place after school. Please contact the office if you would like to arrange a visit either via email at .academy or phone and speak to Pam Steel, Office Manager.
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 SCHO00914.
Job Reference: SCHO00914