Teaching Assistant – Heathfield

Supply Desk is a well-established education recruitment specialist supporting Primary, Secondary, and SEND schools across East and West Sussex and Brighton & Hove. We are currently looking for motivated and reliable Teaching Assistants to work in schools in Heathfield and the surrounding areas.

About the Role

Are you enthusiastic about working with children and supporting their development in the classroom? We are seeking Teaching Assistants to join a variety of welcoming schools in Heathfield.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting teachers and helping pupils stay engaged with their learning. You may work with the whole class, small groups, or individual pupils to provide additional support and encouragement throughout the school day.

This role offers flexible opportunities including day-to-day supply, short-term placements, and longer-term roles, with the potential to move into permanent positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the teacher in delivering lessons and classroom activities. • Work with small groups or individual pupils to reinforce learning. • Help prepare classroom materials and learning resources. • Encourage pupil participation and maintain a positive learning atmosphere. • Support pupils with varying learning abilities to help them stay focused and engaged. • Assist with classroom organisation and behaviour management. • Follow school safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable. • A positive attitude and a genuine interest in education. • Strong communication and teamwork skills. • The ability to remain patient, supportive, and adaptable. • An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one). • Reliability and a professional approach to work.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay rates. • Flexible work in schools across Heathfield and nearby areas. • Support from a dedicated education consultant. • Access to CPD training to help develop your skills and career. • ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.

If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity to support pupils and gain experience in schools in Heathfield, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles