Teaching Assistant Level 3

Hours of work: 26.25

Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only

(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: 3pm Friday 16 October 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Hurst Green CE Primary School and Nursery

London Road

Hurst Green

Etchingham

East Sussex

TN19 7PN

Phone: 01580 860375

Email: office@hurstgreen.school

Website: hurstgreen.e-sussex.sch.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

Teaching Assistant Level 3 (TA3)

11:45am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday

Actual Salary - £15,946.56 - £16198.48

Hurst Green CE Primary School & Nursery is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team.

This exciting and varied role includes:

• Supporting and developing our successful OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) programme.

• Delivering high-quality PPA cover across the school.

• Delivering targeted interventions to support pupil progress.

• Delivering engaging after-school club activities until 5.00pm.

We are particularly interested in applicants with a passion for PE and sport. The successful candidate could have the opportunity to work towards a nationally recognised Level 5 AFPE Qualification, fully funded and supported by the school, helping to develop specialist expertise in primary PE and school sport.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone considering a future career in teaching, offering valuable experience across teaching, learning, behaviour support and curriculum delivery, alongside extensive professional development through the Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust (DCAT).

We offer:

• Happy, well-behaved children who love learning.

• A high-performing school where pupils have achieved SATs results above national averages for several consecutive years.

• A welcoming and supportive staff team.

• A caring and inclusive school community.

• Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities.

• Access to specialist PE support and Trust networks.

• Employee benefits package: Perkbox: Access exclusive discounts, cashback, wellbeing support, and fantastic rewards to help you save money and feel your best.

• Opportunity for a fully funded Level 5 AFPE Qualification.

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Visits and Further Information

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit or speak to the Headteacher for further information.

Safeguarding

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The Trust will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

The Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity.

Additional Information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post, but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency's Points-based Immigration System. Due to the restrictions, we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

Please email the school office at office@hurstgreen.school for an application form.