1-1 Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 February 2026 |
| Location: | Chichester, Not recorded, PO19 6PE |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 9759475c-a9ec-43bc-9b4d-55f2621b49a0 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for Teaching Assistants who have a passion for every child’s learning and believe in enabling an inclusive environment for the benefit of all children. Joining our friendly and supportive team, we need a flexible, reliable and enthusiastic colleague to support all children.
You will work as part of a team to include personal and learning support to individuals. However, you may also be required to work with groups of pupils to enable them to achieve to the best of their ability. You will be an enthusiastic and dynamic individual, preferably with experience of working within the Early Years Foundation stage and/or Key Stage 1. Experience of working with children with social communication, learning, physical and speech and language needs would be an advantage.
With a flexible, reliable and enthusiastic approach, you will be committed to developing effective working relationships with children, parents/carers, staff and other professionals, to enable the very best support for pupils’ learning and development, whilst promoting excellent behaviour and high standards.
What the school offers its staff
At Court Lane Infant School, our values of Believe, Inspire, Achieve are at the heart of everything we do. We create a warm, nurturing environment where our youngest learners feel safe, happy, and excited to explore the world around them. Our aim is to help every child grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence, laying strong foundations for their future learning.
Our dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure each child’s individual needs are met, both academically and personally. Through a rich and engaging curriculum, we encourage children to ask questions, solve problems, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
We work in close partnership with Court Lane Junior School, following a ‘One Community, Two Schools’ approach. This ensures a smooth and supportive transition as children move through their educational journey, building on shared values and learning experiences.
Parents and carers are an important part of our school community. We offer many opportunities to get involved, from celebrating children’s achievements to joining workshops and regular consultations with teachers.
Court Lane Infant School is part of the University of Chichester Multi Academy Trust, and we are proud to be part of a wider family of schools that share our commitment to excellence and care.
The University of Chichester (Multi) Academy Trust:-
You will be part of The University of Chichester Academy Trust, which is uniquely positioned to make a difference in the local educational landscape. The Trust currently encompasses 17 academies, 2 Inclusion centres, and a School-Centred Initial Teacher Training base, all based in Hampshire, Portsmouth, and West Sussex. While we share a common vision and values, each academy has its own identity that contributes to its local community. The Trust is committed to valuing the uniqueness of each school.
Two-Week October Half Term
We have introduced a two-week October half-term across all our schools. This initiative is already making a positive impact, giving staff and pupils a valuable break during the long autumn term, reducing absence through illness, and supporting overall well-being. It also brings greater consistency across our Trust, creating a more connected and efficient way of working. It’s just one example of how we prioritise our people and create a working environment where everyone can thrive.
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.
We are looking for Teaching Assistants who have a passion for every child’s learning and believe in enabling an inclusive environment for the benefit of all children. Joining our friendly and supportive team, we need a flexible, reliable and enthusiastic colleague to support all children.
You will work as part of a team to include personal and learning support to individuals. However, you may also be required to work with groups of pupils to enable them to achieve to the best of their ability. You will be an enthusiastic and dynamic individual, preferably with experience of working within the Early Years Foundation stage and/or Key Stage 1. Experience of working with children with social communication, learning, physical and speech and language needs would be an advantage.
With a flexible, reliable and enthusiastic approach, you will be committed to developing effective working relationships with children, parents/carers, staff and other professionals, to enable the very best support for pupils’ learning and development, whilst promoting excellent behaviour and high standards.
What the school offers its staff
At Court Lane Infant School, our values of Believe, Inspire, Achieve are at the heart of everything we do. We create a warm, nurturing environment where our youngest learners feel safe, happy, and excited to explore the world around them. Our aim is to help every child grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence, laying strong foundations for their future learning.
Our dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure each child’s individual needs are met, both academically and personally. Through a rich and engaging curriculum, we encourage children to ask questions, solve problems, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
We work in close partnership with Court Lane Junior School, following a ‘One Community, Two Schools’ approach. This ensures a smooth and supportive transition as children move through their educational journey, building on shared values and learning experiences.
Parents and carers are an important part of our school community. We offer many opportunities to get involved, from celebrating children’s achievements to joining workshops and regular consultations with teachers.
Court Lane Infant School is part of the University of Chichester Multi Academy Trust, and we are proud to be part of a wider family of schools that share our commitment to excellence and care.
The University of Chichester (Multi) Academy Trust:-
You will be part of The University of Chichester Academy Trust, which is uniquely positioned to make a difference in the local educational landscape. The Trust currently encompasses 17 academies, 2 Inclusion centres, and a School-Centred Initial Teacher Training base, all based in Hampshire, Portsmouth, and West Sussex. While we share a common vision and values, each academy has its own identity that contributes to its local community. The Trust is committed to valuing the uniqueness of each school.
Two-Week October Half Term
We have introduced a two-week October half-term across all our schools. This initiative is already making a positive impact, giving staff and pupils a valuable break during the long autumn term, reducing absence through illness, and supporting overall well-being. It also brings greater consistency across our Trust, creating a more connected and efficient way of working. It’s just one example of how we prioritise our people and create a working environment where everyone can thrive.
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.