Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term - 1 Year)
* Part Time
* Start Date: September 2025
Shinewater Primary School
Term Time + 5 Staff Development Days
Fixed Term – 1 Year
We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and caring individual to join our team as a Teaching Assistant initially based in a key stage one class. Experience of working in a similar role is highly desirable.
You will be working with teachers to support teaching and learning, providing general and specific assistance to children and staff under the direction of the classroom teacher.
You will either work with individuals or small groups, supporting children to understand instructions and independent learning, helping to provide inclusion for all children, including children with Special Educational Needs.
* Have a good standard of education;
* Be able to work within a team;
* Enjoy working in a school where the atmosphere is friendly and welcoming.
Shinewater Primary School is a friendly, happy and hard-working environment where respect for others, positive attitudes towards work and behaviour are encouraged and nurtured.
Join us to benefit from:
* Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
* Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
* Enhanced Maternity Pay
* Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
* Access to training and development
* Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
* Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
* Cycle to Work scheme
* On-site Parking
Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
If you are interested in this post, please contact Emma Loncarevic, Office Manager, for an informal discussion. emma.loncarevic@swale.at and 01323 762129.
Completed application forms should be sent to Emma Loncarevic, emma.loncarevic@swale.at or by post to Shinewater Primary School, Milfoil Drive, Eastbourne East Sussex BN23 8ED. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 426091 (option 2).
We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.
In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.
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