Job Description

Hours of work: 30 Hours


Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.


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


Closing date: 12pm Wednesday 5 November 2025


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


Ringmer Primary and Nursery School


Harrisons Lane


Ringmer


East Sussex


BN8 5LL


Phone: 01273 812463


Email: office@ringmerprimary.school


Website: www.ringmerprimary.school


Please note, we do not accept CVs.


We are a school that works together to ensure that our learners remain at the heart of our school community and everything we do. The whole team prides itself on its desire for continual improvement which inspires innovation and promotes


inclusion. As a result our learning environments are calm and purposeful and we


have enthusiastic and motivated learners.


Ringmer Primary and Nursery School is a one and a half form entry, larger than


average village primary school, positioned on the edge of the South Downs National Park, near Lewes. The school benefits from a wonderful learning environment; we are situated in fantastic grounds that promote multiple opportunities for outdoor learning and provide excellent access to sporting facilities.


Our support staff team are a vital and valued part of our school community. They


are skilled, driven and friendly; they enjoy the benefits of regular CPD and a strong


wellbeing program - for more information go to


https://www.ringmerprimary.school/our-school/our-staff


We are seeking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant level 3 to join our


highly committed and supportive staff team to start as soon as possible.


The hours are


TA3 -


Monday to Friday: 8.45am-12.00pm


Monday to Friday: 1.00pm-3.15pm


MDSA -


Monday to Friday: 30 minutes lunch supervision


Expectations of the role:


To contribute to a wide range of teaching and learning activities, including class
based work, group teaching and individual pupil support in order to assist and


support the work of qualified teachers


To work within the statutory frameworks relevant to the role
The successful candidate will:


Experience of working with primary school aged children in range of contexts Have a good level of literacy and mathematical skills Be dedicated to providing, alongside the class teacher, a secure and inspiring
learning environment where children can thrive


Be effective in establishing positive, professional relationships with pupils, staff
and parents


Be able to assist in the planning and preparation of resources Be responsible for keeping records and providing feedback to the class teacher in relation to children's progress and achievement
We can offer you a friendly, supportive school and opportunities for professional


development.
"Together we belong, together we achieve, together we shape tomorrow"


Together we build an inclusive and collaborative community where all children


belong, achievement and growth are celebrated, and learners are empowered to be lifelong, responsible citizens.


Closing date: Wednesday 5th November 2025


Interview date: Monday 10th November 2025


Contact with the school is much encouraged and warmly welcomed. Further details


about the post and an application pack are available from the school office on 01273 812463 or office@ringmerprimary.school



Additional Information



The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .



All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.