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Teaching Assistant

Barnham Primary School, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO22 0HW

This job expired on 16 October 2026 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  16 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  6 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time (Can be done as a job share): Monday to Friday, 8.45am-3.20am with the option to work as Mid-day Meals Supervisor at lunchtime.
• Contract type: Fixed term - 10 months - July 27
• Full time equivalent salary: £24,796

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for enthusiastic and kind Teaching Assistants who are motivated to support all children achieve their potential.

We have a number of opportunities across the school in September. These include roles supporting teaching and learning for groups, working one to one with pupils with additional needs as well as roles assisting pupils who have complex medical, toileting and feeding needs.

The ability to be flexible and adapt to children’s needs together with an understanding of the issues and barriers which can affect children’s learning is required.

Applicants will need to use moving and handling techniques and equipment. Training will be provided.

The ability to work as part of a team, have high levels of professionalism and initiative are essential.

Visits to the school are highly recommended. If you are interested in applying and would like to visit the school, please contact Clare McOwan @ cmcowan@barnhamprimaryschool.co.uk to arrange an appointment.

What the school offers its staff

We offer a supportive and welcoming working environment, where staff are valued. The role brings opportunities for professional development, collaboration with experienced colleagues and the chance to make a real difference to children’s learning and wellbeing.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About Barnham Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 313 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Barnham Primary School website
• Email address: nschofield@barnhamprimaryschool.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/barnham-primary-school

Barnham Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive and ambitious school with a passionate staff team who work hard together to help all our children become successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens.

Arranging a visit to Barnham Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email nschofield@barnhamprimaryschool.co.uk.

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