East Sussex County Council
Teaching Assistants (Priory School)
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Job Description: Teaching Assistant (Special Educational Needs)
Job Details
- Hours: 30 hours per week (part-time, term-time only)
- Working pattern: Monday to Friday (8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.), plus inset days, covering 39 weeks per year (including 6.05 weeks of annual leave, which increases after 5 years' service)
- Salary: £17,642 to £17,921 per year (pro rata, Single Status, Staff Nurse Grade 4, spinal points 9 to 10 — equivalent to £25,185 to £25,583 full-time)
- Fixed term: September/October 2026 – July 2027 (renewable beyond July 2027 upon review)
- Closing date: 13th July 2026 (by 9:00 AM)
- Interviews: Week commencing Monday 13th July 2026
- Application deadline: 13 July 2026
- Location: Priory School, Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2XN
Contact for Applications
📞 Telephone: 01273 476231 (extension 211) ✉ Email: personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk 🌐 Website: www.priory.e-sussex.sch.uk
Please note: Positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Applications should be addressed to the Personnel Officer. We do not accept CVs—only applications via the formal process.
About Priory School
Priory School (Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex) is known for its academic excellence combined with strong pastoral care. The school provides a well-rounded education, supporting students to achieve exceptional progress.
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Governors are seeking Teaching Assistants (TAs) to join the main school site, specialising in supporting students with:
- Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- Preferable: Dyslexia and/or Speech and Language difficulties
- Advantageous: Experience/supporting students with Maths difficulties (but not essential).
Roles & Responsibilities
The Teaching Assistant (TA) will:
- Provide dedicated individual and small-group support to students across the school, particularly those with SEN
- Work closely with classroom teachers to implement personalised learning plans
- Monitor progress, aid communication issues, and support confidence-building exercises
- Ensure compliance with the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy (full details available on request)
Person Specification & Requirements
✔ Supporting students with Dyslexia and/or Speech-Language/Learning Disabilities is a strong preference ✔ Elementary experience or qualification in Mathematics (not mandatory but ideal) ✔ Ability to create engaging and adaptable learning environments ✔ Enthusiasm for a communal, values-based education focused on pastoral care
Commitments & Policies
1. Equality & Inclusivity
East Sussex County Council commits to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.
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2. Safeguarding
As part of the school staff, you must:
- Hold or commit to obtaining an Enhanced DBS check (Disclosure & Barring Service).
- Uphold the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy in all professional interactions.
Key Expectations & Application Process
🔹 The position is term-time only, including inset days made by the school. 🔹 Application deadline: 13th July 2026 (by 9 AM). 🔹 Interviews held in the following week, commencing 🔹 Please note if you’d like to work fewer hours—instructions for reduced hours expressed in your application.
How to Apply
- Step one: Download the application form from: 🌐 www.priory.e-sussex.sch.uk (under Joining Priory > Staff Vacancies)
- Step two: Complete and return it to Priory School Personnel (formal address as above) via:
- ✉ Email: personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk
- ❄️ Post: Priory School, Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2XN
Safeguarding Note
Successful applicants will be expected to complete (or show proof of an Enhanced DBS), as part of initial employment adjustment. Contact Personnel for support if required.
For further guidance, contact: Priory School – Personnel Team 📞 01273 476231 (Extension: 211) ✉ personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk
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