Job Description

About Us


The Forest School is a successful and friendly 11-16 comprehensive co-educational School, committed to achieving high standards and to developing the potential of all our students and staff.



Teaching Assistants play a crucial role in the education of our students. They promote the learning and personal development of all students, including but not exclusively, those with special education needs and disabilities. Working as part of our Inclusion Team, the Teaching Assistant will provide support in the classroom and work with specific students, across all subject areas.


Job Details

Salary:

Grade 4 (currently 25,583-25,989 pa pro rata)

Contract Type:

Temporary

Working Pattern:

Term time only

Location:

Horsham, West Sussex

Interviews:

Applicants may be invited to interview once their application has been received, and we reserve the right to offer the position to a candidate prior to the closing date.


What You Need to Succeed


We require a suitably experience person to fill this post which contributes to our provision of the highest quality inclusion.



You will work with students experiencing a variety of learning, emotional and behavioural difficulties, focusing primarily on supporting students to achieve their personal best.



You will be calm, confident, organised and be able to create a positive learning environment.



There may also be an option for further hours for after-school clubs.

You will have:

Maths and English GCSE Grade A-C or equivalent Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships with students, staff and parents Experience of working within a school environment or with young people The ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative

Further Information


The Forest 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


Please apply via the Joining Us/Staff Vacancies page on our website: www.theforestschool.com

NOTE TO CANDIDATES

- Please

do not

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



LOCATION

Horsham area

CONTRACT TYPE

Fixed Term

JOB TYPE

Education - School Support

CLOSING DATE

05 January 2026