Teaching Assistant 3 (Chailey School)

Hours of work: 32 per week
Working pattern: Part-time Term-time only (working for39 weeks per year plus6.05weeks annual leave which will increase after 5 years continuous service)
(As the position is part-time/term-time only the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: 24 October 2025 applications will be processed on receipt. We reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date.
Start Date: 01 July 2025

For more information and to apply for the above post please contact: Serena Rodd PA to the Head Teacher at the school address shown or email:

Please note we do not accept CVs.

Chailey is a thriving successful school set in rural Sussex within easy reach of Brighton. We are proud of our traditional values and innovative approaches to Teaching and are friendly dedicated and supportive; our students are happy and proud to be part of the school. Chailey is a school where teachers and students can thrive. We are seeking a talented innovative colleague to join us as a full-time teacher of to Chailey School often comment on the calm teaching environment and fantastic relationships between students and teachers.

We had our last Ofsted visit in January 2022 and we are extremely proud with the feedback that we received. The Ofsted report contained comments such as:

• This is a kind school

• Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school

• Welfare and well-being are high priorities

• The curriculum is designed well to meet the needs of all pupils including the most able

• Low level disruption is not tolerated

• Parents and guardians speak enthusiastically about the school

• This is a happy and harmonious school

We believe that this is a very strong foundation from which to aspire to excellence in everything we do.

We are looking for a TA3 position to support the Teaching and Learning across the school. Please see the job description and person specification on our website for more information regarding the role.

Further details are set out in the application pack on our website (). Please contact Serena Rodd PA to the Head Teacher at the school address shown or email: if you have further questions or would like to arrange a tour of the school.

Chailey School
Mill Lane South Chailey
Lewes East Sussex

BN8 4PU
Tel:

Head Teacher: Mrs Helen Key

East Sussex County Council is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake or currently hold a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) clearance for this authority.