
Downs Junior School, Brighton (On-Site)
Contract, Part time
£26,409 – £26,835 pro rata, depending on experience
31.25
Job introduction
Downs Junior School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated TA/INA, to work with children with complex needs. The post is 8.30am-3.15pm (31.25 hrs/wk), Mon-Fri, term time only, Grade B. The post also includes a lunchtime duty.
Downs Junior is a large 4 form entry school, with 512 pupils, situated in the popular Fiveways area of Brighton. We are a happy and successful school committed to delivering a creative and inspirational curriculum whilst, at the same time, raising standards of achievement.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Experience with pupils following early years curriculum
- Experience of, and ability to work with, children 1-1, and children with complex needs
- Basic understanding of child development and learning
- Commitment to Inclusion
- Good IT skills
- Firm, kind and flexible approach
- Ability to work under the general guidance of the SENCO & Class Teacher.
Desirable Skills:
- Good sense of humour
- Firm understanding approach to supporting vulnerable pupils & those with attachment difficulties
- As we are an Autistic aware school, we would welcome applicants who have experience in this field.
We also welcome applicants who are interested in developing a teaching career at a later date.
Paid weeks per year: 47.36 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)
Fixed term: The post is initially temporary, with a view to being made permanent
Start date: To be confirmed
About the role
Closing date: Monday 7 July 2025
Interview date: Monday 14 July 2025
How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office: jacquirice@downsjun.brighton-hove.sch.uk
For further information or to request an application pack, please contact:
Jacqui Rice, School Business Manager, Downs Junior School, Rugby Road, Brighton, BN1 6ED
Telephone: 01273 558422
Website: www.downsjun.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.
Company information
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Downs Junior 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.