East Sussex County Council
Teaching Assistant TA3 (Heron Park Primary Academy)
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Teaching Assistant TA3 (Heron Park Primary Academy)
Teaching Assistant (Permanent, Term-Time Only)
Hours of work: 31.25 Hours Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (salary pro rata)
Closing date: Monday 13th July 2026
About the Role
Heron Park Primary Academy is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, committed, and experienced Teaching Assistant on a permanent, term-time only basis to continue inspiring young minds.
This is an exciting role for someone passionate about supporting all pupils to achieve their greatest potential.
Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- A genuine passion for supporting children in education
- Enthusiasm and commitment to working collaboratively as part of a team
- A drive to raise achievement for students of all abilities
- Patience, care, and a commitment to helping every child thrive and succeed
Benefits & Rewards
In return for your passion and dedication, we offer:
- A supportive team rooted in our core values of Respect, Curiosity, Independence, Resilience, and Aspiration
- Extensive professional development, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
- A well-resourced, modern learning environment
- A dedicated Skilled Senior Leadership Team (SLT) focused on improving outcomes for children and staff
- Multi-academy trust support with opportunities for collaboration
- Enhanced paternity leave (exceeding statutory provisions)
- Aurora Academies Advantage, including:
- Employee Assistance Programme (free, confidential support)
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Health and well-being support
- Discounts to high-street shops and services
- Online GP access
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Contact Information
For more information on applying, please contact:
Heron Park Primary Academy Dallington Road, Hampden Park Eastbourne, East Sussex BN22 9EE
- Email: heronparkoffice@heronppa.org.uk
- Phone: 01323 502525
- Website: https://www.heronparkprimaryacademy.org/
Note: Applications must not be submitted via CV.
To arrange a school tour, contact Yvonne Streeter, Office Manager:
- Email: office@heronppa.org.uk
- Phone: 01323 502525
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Note: Applications are accepted until the position is filled or until the closing date.
Safeguarding & Key Compliance
All appointments are subject to:
- Enhanced DBS checks
- Satisfactory references
- Online searches on shortlisted candidates
Aurora Academies Trust is committed to fostering a culture of safeguarding, equality, and community cohesion. This role is governed by:
- The Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018
- Requirement of self-declaration that candidates are not disqualified under the 2018 Regulations
- Reservation of waiver applications to Ofsted, if necessary
A successful candidate will be prompted to complete a self-declaration form as part of their pre-employment checks.
All staff are fully trained in safeguarding, online safety, and liaise closely with the Academy’s safeguarding lead. For further guidance, refer to: GOV.UK DBS process.
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