Job Description

About Us


Kingsham Primary School is seeking a caring, motivated, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant primary school environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential.



The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to support teaching and learning across the curriculum, helping to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment. You may work with individual pupils, small groups, or whole classes, supporting learning, behaviour, and wellbeing.


Job Details

Salary:

Actual Salary: 24,795 - 25,583 (Actual 17674.80 - 17952.00)

Contract Type:

Fixed Term

Working Pattern:

Monday-Friday (term time only)

Location:

Chichester

Interviews:

29/01/2026


What You Need to Succeed


School staff know that no two days are the same and that no two children are the same either. Supporting a wide range of learning activities, you will support the Class Teacher to ensure a safe environment, prepare resources, and in developing independent thinking and promoting excellent behaviour for learning. This may include supporting learners on a one-to-one or small group basis. This post will also include lunchtime supervision.


Experience of working with young people in an educational setting is desirable but we would also welcome applications who may wish to train or embark on a new, exciting career. If you have transferable skills and are passionate about education; committed to making a difference and have the know-how and skills to support learners; if you are able to balance care and support with challenge, rules and high expectations, we want to hear from you now!


In return, you will be part of the University of Chichester Academy Trust, bringing you added benefits and opportunities. You will find that each of our Academies has a unique identity, but a shared belief in creating a positive and enriching environment, where all staff feel valued.


Further Information

The University of Chichester 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.

Diversity and Inclusion

At the University of Chichester Academy Trust, we believe that diversity drives creativity, innovation, and excellence. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity, fostering an inclusive culture, and creating a community where everyone feels they belong.



We particularly welcome applications from individuals who are underrepresented within our workforce, including those from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled individuals, LGBTQI+ individuals, and women--especially for senior leadership roles.

Safeguarding Commitment

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment and selection practices will reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks, along with other relevant employment checks.



Kingsham Primary 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.

Application Process

For any questions about the application process, please get in touch with Jake Whittle, Recruitment Coordinator, at UNICATRecruitment@chi.ac.uk. /

a.boxall@kingshamprimary.chimat.uk

How to Apply


To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.



Please 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

a.boxall@kingshamprimary.chimat.uk

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us.

NOTE TO CANDIDATES

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do not

select the 'Apply online' button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.


The reference number for this role is SCHO01556.



LOCATION

Chichester area

CONTRACT TYPE

Fixed Term

JOB TYPE

Education - School Support

CLOSING DATE

23 January 2026