Job Description

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Posted on 12 December 2025
Salary 27,254 pro rata - Actual salary 20,964.61 Contract Term Time - Permanent Closing Date Apply by 16 January 2026

Location

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Patcham Junior School, Ladies Mile Road, Brighton






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Job Summary

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Job reference orbis/TP/387386/45878
Positions available 1
Working hours 31.25 hours per week
Closing date 16 January 2026
Job category Support Staff - Education
Organisation Brighton & Hove City Council
Directorate BHCC: External

Job introduction

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We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who has experience in Early Years.


Patcham Junior school is a popular three-form entry primary school in Brighton. We pride ourselves on our positive and inclusive, approach.

Paid weeks per year

: 47.36 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date

: As soon as possible after the interview

About the role

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We are looking for individuals who are:

Passionate about working with pupils Able to promote high standards of behaviour and a good work ethos by helping to create a supportive, secure, safe and structured learning environment. Able to demonstrate flexibility, resilience and adaptability when faced with a variety of different situations. Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team. Effective communicators: able to foster excellent relationships with children, parents and staff. Well organised and have the ability to work on their own initiative. Patient, kind and caring with a good sense of humour and a positive outlook.

We will offer you:

Fantastic children who are genuinely a real pleasure to teach, enjoy school and work hard. A happy working environment with a positive and inclusive ethos. A strong, committed and collaborative leadership team. Opportunities for training and further development. Support with your Wellbeing

Visits to the school or a phone call about the role are strongly encouraged to find out more about the school and the position available, please telephone 01273 087513 to make an appointment.

Closing date

: Noon on Friday 16th January 2026

Interview date:

Monday 26th January 2026

How to apply

: Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school office: office@patchamjun.brighton-hove.sch.uk or Patcham Junior School, Ladies Mile Road, Brighton, BN1 8TA

Telephone

: (01273) 087513

Website

: www.patchamjun.org.uk

Additional information

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Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

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Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality


The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.