Teaching Assistants (supply)

Job description

Supply Teaching Assistants

Downs View is an Outstanding SEN school & college for pupils aged 4 to 25 years.

Downs View School, which has students age 4 - 16, is in Woodingdean. Downs View Link College is next to Varndean College and is for learners aged 16 - 19. We also have a separate provision for learners aged 19 - 25 at Downs View Life Skills College in Patcham.

Start date: ASAP dependant on references, DBS and notice.

About the Role

We meet the learning needs for pupils with profound and multiple, severe and moderate learning difficulties. Many of our pupils have autism and communication difficulties. We meet needs through an outstanding curriculum that places individual needs at its centre. We value the importance of developing social emotional needs and life skills alongside developing academic knowledge and skills.

We focus on the key skills needed to allow all of our pupils to have fulfilling lives and live as independently as they are able to.

Our vision at Downs View centres around Respect, Aspiration and Resilience. At Downs View, we've created an aspirational learning environment with dignity and respect at its core, where everyone reaches their potential through effective communication, building resilience and having fun.

We think Downs View is a very special place - please watch our video to see what it's like to work here.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLJh5pO-dfA

We currently have vacancies for Supply Teaching Assistants to work alongside students at Downs View School in Woodingdean. We are looking for enthusiastic, resilient and flexible people who enjoy supporting young people to fulfil their potential.

Application forms and a full job description can be found on Brighton & Hove Council's job site. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] .

Closing date: Thursday 8 th October 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 14 th & 21 st October 2026

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by post direct to the school office: [email protected]

Telephone: (01273) 601680

Website: www.downsview.brighton-hove.sch.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. The role is subject to a successful enhanced DBS check.

Company Information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

We are absolutely committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The school is also committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.