Job profile for Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Playleader
Location: Saltdean Primary School, Chiltington, Saltdean, Brighton, BN2 8HB
Job details
- Salary: £27,254 – £27,694 (pro rata)
- Contractual hours: 32.5
- Job category/type: Teaching and Leadership
- Date posted: 19/06/2026
- Job reference: REQ0001123
Job description
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed teaching assistant to join our team, initially in the Infants, but in the long‑term there may be opportunities to work in the Junior year groups. This vacancy presents an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to work in a forward‑thinking, supportive and inclusive school.
The role will involve supporting learning and teaching in the classroom and across the year group; preparing and organising resources and activities; and providing meaningful and positive play and supervision at lunchtimes.
Paid weeks per year: 47.36 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)
Start date: 1 September 2026
About the Role
The successful candidate will have good interpersonal skills and a calm approach to working with children and with other adults. We are looking for someone who is cheerful, positive, reliable, flexible and hard working.
We are looking for someone who:
- has appropriate experience in a primary school setting, particularly in the Early Years Foundation Stage;
- has an unwavering belief in supporting children to achieve their best;
- enjoys sharing ideas and working collaboratively as part of an effective team;
- actively works in partnership with others.
In return we are proud to offer:
- A vibrant and supportive school community
- Enthusiastic, friendly and well‑behaved children
- Hardworking, dedicated and supportive staffPositive relationships with parents
- A commitment to continuing professional development
Closing date: 3rd July 2026 at 9am
Interview date: Thursday 9th July 2026
How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office: markwoodley@saltdean.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Telephone: (01273) 303358
Website: www.saltdeanprimary.org.uk
Additional Information
Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.
Company Information
Brighton & Hove Schools – Taking Action for Equality
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.
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