Job Description

Hours of work: 24 as a TA and 5 as a MDSA


Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service)


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


Closing date: 2 September 2025


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


Hamsey Community Primary School, Cooksbridge, Lewes BN8 4SJ


Phone: 01273 400370


Email: hamseyoffice@skylarkfed.education


Website: www.hamsey.e-sussex.sch.uk




Please note, we do not accept CVs.


Skylark Federation are looking for a Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Assistant to join our welcoming and friendly village school at Hamsey, Cooksbridge, Lewes. We have friendly and engaged families, happy children who are keen to do their best and a positive, supportive working environment.


The hours of work are 8.30am until 2.45pm two days a week and 8.30am until 3.15pm three days a week, as a teaching assistant, 12.00 noon until 1.00pm as a lunchtime assistant. This position is for five days a week. This position is to work across KS1 and KS2 as it includes three afternoons of PPA cover.


The successful candidate will support the teacher in the classroom to deliver teaching. They will work with children and assist with all learning activities.


They will either work across the classroom, one-to-one with a pupil or with a small group, assisting children who may need a little extra help. You'll be there to boost the confidence of the pupils you are working with, empowering the children in a nurturing and supportive environment whilst openly assisting the teacher.


You will be an extra pair of eyes in the classroom, picking up on any changes in behaviour and helping to ensure that every child has a safe and happy learning experience.


We are a popular group of schools, and we would love to welcome you to our Federation. We are in a lovely setting but an easy commute from Lewes and other areas.


Visits are warmly welcomed - please email our business manager, Mrs Hill on, ahill@skylarkfed.education for any enquiries. Further details and paperwork can be found on the website or please contact our business manager.


Closing date: Tuesday 2nd September at 9.00am



Additional Information



This authority 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 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.