Teaching Assistant (FTC)

Shinewater Primary School, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN23 8ED

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  November 2026

• Closing date

  2 October 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  15 September 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: Full time, part time: • 32.5 hour per week • Term Time plus 5 Staff Development Days
• Contract type: Fixed term - Until 31st August 2027
• Full time equivalent salary: £25,316 - £26,378
• Actual salary: £19,211 - £20,017 Pro Rata

What skills and experience we're looking for

• £25,316 - £26,378 FTE
• £19,211 - £20,017 Pro Rata
• 32.5 hour per week
• Term Time plus 5 Staff Development Days
• Fixed Term (Until 31st August 2027)
• November 2026 start
• Interviews: w/c 5th October 2026

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistant to join our team.

In this role, you will play an essential part in supporting pupils’ academic learning, emotional well-being, and social development—often helping them achieve things they once thought were beyond reach, both in the classroom and on the playground. In addition to supporting pupils during the school day, the post includes assisting with the daily operation of our school Breakfast Club.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, values inclusive education, and is committed to helping young people build confidence, independence, and resilience.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

What the school offers its staff

Shinewater Primary School is a friendly, happy, and hardworking community where mutual respect, positive attitudes toward learning, and good behavior are nurtured every day.

Join us to benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Cycle to Work scheme
• On-site Parking
  

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.

If you are interested in this post, please contact Emma Loncarevic, Office Manager for an informal discussion. emma.loncarevic@swale.at and 01323 762129

Completed application forms should be sent to Emma Loncarevic, emma.loncarevic@swale.at or by post to Shinewater Primary School, Milfoil Drive, Eastbourne East Sussex BN23 8ED. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 426091 (option 2)

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

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.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

SWP - Teaching Assistant - Recruitment Pack.pdf - 1.48 MB (opens in new tab)

About Shinewater Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 393 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Shinewater Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@swale.at
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/shinewater-primary-school-eastbourne

Arranging a visit to Shinewater Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@swale.at.

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