Teaching Assistant

A school near Petworth is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work primarily in Lower Key Stage 2, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs. You will help small groups or individual children access learning effectively, adapting your approach to meet their unique requirements. Flexibility is crucial, as you may occasionally be required to assist in other year groups. This role is ideal for someone who has practical experience in a school or educational setting and thrives on making a difference to pupils’ progress and well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted support to pupils in Lower KS2, adapting learning activities to suit individual or small-group needs
• Collaborate with class teachers and SEN staff to ensure pupils receive appropriate interventions
• Use a variety of strategies to build confidence and encourage participation in the classroom
• Be ready to assist in other year groups if the need arises, demonstrating flexibility and a team-focused mindset
• Monitor pupil progress, sharing insights with relevant staff to inform future planning and support

Essential Experience/Attributes:

• Proven experience working in a school or educational setting
• Strong understanding of how to support children with additional needs, using tailored strategies to enhance learning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one
• Patient, flexible, and proactive, with a willingness to adapt to a variety of classroom situations

If you’re keen to make a real impact and have the background needed to support pupils with additional needs, apply now to join a dedicated team near Petworth!

Important Notice: To successfully apply for the above position, you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:

• Provide details for reference checks before employment
• Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with)

Pink Tile Education, their schools, and candidates share the view of “Best Fit, Every Time,” ensuring each candidate placed has a positive impact on their new team. Pay is inclusive of the 12.07% PAYE holiday.

We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. If you have not heard from us by then, your application may have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We encourage you to apply for other positions in the future, and also check for missed calls or emails in case we have tried to reach you. Thank you.