Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 23 February 2026 |
| Location: | Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0PZ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | c090f159-5e5e-47cc-93b7-0f9099b69610 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Oak Tree Primary is looking for aTeaching Assistantto become a valued member of our team.
You’ll work closely with teachers to bring learning to life — supporting individuals and small groups, encouraging independence, and helping every child to reach their full potential.
You’ll play a hands-on role in the classroom, contribute to the wider life of the school, and be part of a warm, caring environment where children love to learn.
We’re looking for someone who:
• Is passionate about supporting every child to reach their full potential.
• Shares our values, brings warmth, energy, and commitment.
• Takes pride in helping children learn and grow.
What the school offers its staff
In return, you’ll be part of a supportive and welcoming community that recognises and values the important contribution you make.
We also provide various employee benefits:
Platinum Pension - LGPS with employer contributions of 19%
Virtual Doctor Service - 24/7 GP access with online consultations from home or work.
Counselling & Wellbeing Support - Confidential help when you need it.
Save Money - Discounts on food shopping, gyms, cinemas, holidays, and more from over 9,000 top brands.
Legal & Medical Advice Lines - Expert guidance at your fingertips.
High investment to develop our people
Free Onsite Parking
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Oak Tree Primary is looking for aTeaching Assistantto become a valued member of our team.
You’ll work closely with teachers to bring learning to life — supporting individuals and small groups, encouraging independence, and helping every child to reach their full potential.
You’ll play a hands-on role in the classroom, contribute to the wider life of the school, and be part of a warm, caring environment where children love to learn.
We’re looking for someone who:
• Is passionate about supporting every child to reach their full potential.
• Shares our values, brings warmth, energy, and commitment.
• Takes pride in helping children learn and grow.
What the school offers its staff
In return, you’ll be part of a supportive and welcoming community that recognises and values the important contribution you make.
We also provide various employee benefits:
Platinum Pension - LGPS with employer contributions of 19%
Virtual Doctor Service - 24/7 GP access with online consultations from home or work.
Counselling & Wellbeing Support - Confidential help when you need it.
Save Money - Discounts on food shopping, gyms, cinemas, holidays, and more from over 9,000 top brands.
Legal & Medical Advice Lines - Expert guidance at your fingertips.
High investment to develop our people
Free Onsite Parking
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.