Teaching Assistant - Heron Way Primary School

About Us

Would you consider yourself a creative and enthusiastic individual?

Do you want to work in a one-of-a-kind setting with people who share your passion and drive?

Do you want to support wonderful children and be part of a school that will develop you and your skills?

IF SO, HERON WAY PRIMARY SCHOOL MIGHT HAVE THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU!

Heron Way Primary School is a unique and inspiring place to work. We drive our curriculum through key values and expect all learners to be responsible, innovative and creative citizens. We are committed to providing an outstanding education for every individual child, and we place staff wellbeing and professional development at the heart of everything we do.

We can offer you:

• enthusiastic, positive and amazing children
• leaders who prioritise staff wellbeing and work/life balance
• excellent opportunities for professional and career development
• a supportive and forward-thinking staff team
• strong partnerships with parents, governors and the wider community
• a lovely, nurturing and inspiring school environment

Job Details

Salary: £25,185 Pro Rata

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Term Time Only

Location: Heron Way Primary School

Interviews: 2nd June 2026

Job Description – Teaching Assistant

Main Purpose

To support teaching and learning by working under the guidance of the class teacher to provide a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment. The role includes supporting pupils’ academic, social and emotional development, ensuring all children can access a broad and balanced curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Support for Pupils
• Support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning in line with the National Curriculum
• Work with individuals and small groups to develop core skills, including literacy and numeracy
• Support pupils with a range of needs, including SEND (e.g. speech and language, communication, physical needs)
• Assist pupils in achieving targets set in ILPs/EHCPs
• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils’ social and emotional development
• Build positive relationships with pupils to support engagement and independence
• Monitor, observe and record pupil progress, providing feedback to the teacher

Support for Teaching and Learning

• Assist in the preparation and organisation of learning resources
• Support the classroom environment to ensure it is purposeful and well organised
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals
• Contribute to assessment and record-keeping processes

Support for the School

• Contribute to the wider life, ethos and values of the school
• Follow all safeguarding, health & safety, and school policies
• Participate in meetings, training and professional development
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of the school
• Be an active part of our staff team, where collaboration, positivity and a sense of fun are all part of the journey!

What You Need to Succeed

We are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our forward-thinking team, working two days per week. You will play a vital role in supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing, working closely with teachers and colleagues to create an engaging, inclusive and supportive environment in which every child can thrive.

We are looking for someone who has:

• a genuine desire to make a difference to children’s learning and development
• the ability to support and inspire children across the primary age range
• strong communication and interpersonal skills
• the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• a flexible, positive and proactive approach

The specific responsibilities of this role will reflect the needs of the school and the strengths and experience of the successful candidate.

We strongly encourage visits to the school and informal conversations prior to application.

Further Information

Heron Way Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.

Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).

Once complete please return this to office@heronway.org.uk

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01403 261944

NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.​

The reference number for this role is SCHO03070.