Teaching Assistant MDSA (Hankham Primary School)

Hours of work: 12 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.
Fixed term for: 24 months.

Closing date: Sunday 31 May 2026 11:55.a.m.
Interview date: Wednesday 3 June 2026.

For more information and to apply for the above post please contact:

Hankham Primary School
Hankham Road
Pevensey
BN24 5AY
Phone:
Email:
Website: Hankham Primary School - Home.

Closing date: Sunday 31 May 202611:55a.m.
Interview date: Wednesday 3 June 2026.

How to apply:
To apply for this position please download an application pack on our school website.

Visits to the school are available please contact our friendly office team if you would like to view the school.

Working days: Monday Tuesday Wednesday.
Working hours: 8:45-12:00 as TA Level 3 and 12:00-1 MDSA.
Working hours per role: TA 9hours MDSA 3hours.

We may also ask you to do additional hours to cover occasional absence these hours would be paid via a pay claim.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in childrens lives We pride ourselves on a nurturing family feel where every child is seen heard and truly known. We prioritise positive relationships and a safe happy environment where everyone knows your name creating a seamless support network between home and school.

Do you enjoy working as part of a supportive team in a nurturing and inclusive environment If so Hankham Primary School would love to hear from you!

Following the retirement of a valued team member we are looking for three dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our welcoming nurturing school from September 2026. This varied role involves supporting classroom learning and delivering targeted interventions for individuals and small groups

Youll be joining a school where children are encouraged to thrive and where every member of staff plays a vital role in helping them reach their full potential. We are looking for patient positive professionals who share our inclusive return we offer a supportive leadership team a beautiful semi-rural setting and the chance to work with children who are motivated and eager to learn.

Were looking for someone who:

• Shares our school ethos and values
• Has a kind patient intuitive and positive approach to supporting children.
• Is eager to contribute to our inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

In return we can offer you:

• Wonderful children who are eager to learn and have positive behaviour and attitudes.
• A warm and welcoming school community with a strong team spirit.
• A supportive and compassionate senior leadership team.
• A beautiful semi-rural location and small-school feel where your contribution is truly valued.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.