Teaching Assistant (Level B)

Job description

Balfour Primary School requires an enthusiastic, committed Teaching Assistant. This role will be working mainly with a child with very complex needs. The Teaching Assistants are a busy and productive team within the school who support our enthusiastic students as well as our vibrant teams of teaching staff. In addition, the successful post holder will support our children at lunchtime.

Hours: The post holder will be expected to work Monday - Friday term time only. 8:45am - 15:30. This includes a 15-minute break and a 30 minute lunch (30hrs/wk)

Part-time: 30 hours per week, term-time only.

Paid weeks per year: 47.36 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Fixed term: Until 31 August 2027 but it is hoped this role can continue.

Start date: As soon as possible

About the Role

Balfour Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive school, part of the Thrive Together School Alliance (TTSA), a small and exciting collaborative group of city-wide primary schools, a secondary school, and a specialist provision school. Located on the Surrenden Campus our extensive shared grounds include a Nature School for all children. We are a large, full and oversubscribed school, reflecting our strong reputation within the community.

At Balfour Primary School, we emphasise the importance of belonging within our school and the wider community. Our dedicated and outward-looking staff team works tirelessly to create a welcoming environment where every child feels valued and supported.

Closing date: 8:00am on Monday 28 September 2026

Interview date: w/b 28 September 2026

How to apply: Please email application form (CVs will not be accepted) to [email protected] You can visit our website for the job description and application form.

Please ensure that you write your application using the headings of the Person Specification.

Telephone: (01273) 507722

Website: www.balfourprimary.co.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.