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Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Fixed Term for 12 months

Brantridge School · Haywards Heath · West Sussex

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with pupils and teaching staff to help create a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons that meet the needs of all pupils.
  • Work with individual pupils or small groups to support their learning, development and engagement.
  • Assist in implementing behaviour strategies that support pupils’ social, emotional and behavioural needs.
  • Help create and maintain a safe, structured and positive learning environment.
  • Contribute to monitoring pupil progress and provide feedback to the class teacher and wider staff team.

Key Requirements

  • Experience of working with children or young people, ideally within a school or educational setting.
  • An understanding of, or interest in, supporting pupils with SEMH needs and additional learning needs.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
  • Patience, resilience and the ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.

A positive and proactive attitude with a commitment to supporting pupils’ learning and wellbeing

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About this school

Brantridge School

Academy special converter · Ages 6–11

Good
Pupils
77
Avg teacher salary
£49,370
Pupil:teacher ratio
7:1
Academy trust
ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6EQ

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Salary
S2 14-20 £22,715-£24,145 (actual) £26,527-£28,198 (FTE)
Contract
Fixed term or temporary
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
4 June 2026
Closing date
22 June 2026

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