Primary Teaching Assistant - Level 3 (Gildredge House)

Hours of work: 35 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: Friday 12 June 2026

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

Gildredge House
Compton Place Road
East Sussex
BN20 8AB

Phone: 01323 400650
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.gildredgehouse.org.uk/home/contact-us/staff-vacancies/

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

• Do you want to be part of a school where your contribution is valued and celebrated?
• Would you like to support children with high aspirations who are keen to learn?
• Do you want to join a staff team that is diverse, collegiate and respected?

We are seeking an exceptional TA3 to join our team — a practitioner with proven experience across EYFS and/or KS1 who can bring deep knowledge of early childhood development to the classroom. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in supporting phonics teaching, confidently delivering targeted interventions, and nurturing early language and literacy through evidence based practice. We are looking for someone proactive, reflective, and passionate about giving every child the strongest possible start — a practitioner who can work collaboratively with teachers, adapt to individual needs, and create a warm, engaging, and inclusive learning environment where all children thrive.

You will be working within a team of highly dedicated and flexible staff members who understand the need to be flexible in approach, so that all children can be successful. We are seeking candidates that have energy and enthusiasm for supporting students in a busy school environment.

At Gildredge House each individual is known and valued. Students are inspired to discover their passions and realise their academic potential. You will join a strong team of inspirational Teachers and Teaching Assistants in an exciting environment where learning is fun. If you are an imaginative and dynamic practitioner - with the capability of engaging and enthusing all students and the belief that everyone can succeed - we want to hear from you.

As a Teaching Assistant at Gildredge House you will be expected to have the flexibility and skills to work within the department, providing appropriate support to the children and staff team in delivering the curriculum.
We would welcome visits from prospective candidates – please contact us to enquire: 
[email protected]

At Gildredge House each individual is known and valued. Students are inspired to discover their passions and realise their academic potential. You will join a strong team of inspirational Teachers and Teaching Assistants in an exciting environment where learning is fun. If you are an imaginative and dynamic practitioner - with the capability of engaging and enthusing all students and the belief that everyone can succeed - we want to hear from you
Gildredge House offers:
• continuity of education for students aged 4+
• an expectation of high academic standards and ready to learn behaviours
• excellent pastoral care
• a range of extra-curricular activities
• parent and community involvement
• a positive team ethos

As an employee of the school, you would benefit from: 
• A two-week break in the Autumn Term, allowing for holidays to be taken out of peak season. 
• A supportive induction programme for new staff to the school 
• Investment in your career development through appropriate, regular CPD 
• Support and mentoring by a strong Senior Leadership Team and other experienced leaders 
• Access to a full employee assistance programme, in support of wellbeing 
• TPS Pension Scheme 
• Complimentary tea and coffee in our staffroom 
• On-site parking

A full information pack is available from our website, together with the relevant application form: https://www.gildredgehouse.org.uk/home/contact-us/staff-vacancies/