Job Description

About Us

Do you want to work in a caring and supportive environment? Do you enjoy working with young children and shaping their future? Can you champion every child to be the best that they can be? Are you a good team player who is positive and inspiring? Then we want to hear from you!



We are looking for a committed, caring and well-motivated person to join our successful and friendly school as a Teaching Assistant. The role will involve working within a classroom environment with small groups of children and individual children to support learning and help our children to flourish.



You will be working within a supportive team in a school that is committed to inclusion, ensuring all our children are safe, happy and ready to learn.



We can offer you:


A friendly, supportive team Happy, enthusiastic children who love coming to school Opportunities to develop professionally The chance to make a difference to young children's development

We are looking for someone who can:


Be flexible, motivated & enthusiastic Be able to support children with their learning and behaviour to achieve their best Demonstrate a commitment to developing emotional literacy with young children Make a positive contribution to our school community and work as part of a team

You will be provided with excellent support from the phase Leaders, SENDCo and the staff team.



This is an ideal opportunity for you to play an important part in the life of our friendly and caring school.

Job Details

Salary:

Grade 3, Point 3-4, 24,027 (pro rata)

Contract Type: Fixed 1 Year

Working Pattern: Term Time Only, 8.30-3.15pm

Location: Fairway Infant School, Copthorne

Interviews: Monday 23rd June 2025

What You Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role you will need to:


Be flexible, motivated & enthusiastic Be able to support children with their learning and behaviour to achieve their best Demonstrate a commitment to developing emotional literacy with young children Make a positive contribution to our school community and work as part of a team

Further Information

Fairway Infant School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below. Complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description). Once complete please return this to office@fairwayinfant.co.uk



Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01342 713691. Please visit our school website www.fairwayinfant.co.uk

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Job Reference: SCHO00493