Hours of work: 28.5 Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata) Fixed-Term for: Up to 12 months Contract: Up to 12 months maternity cover Working pattern: Term time only (39 weeks), Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3pm Actual annual starting salary (calculated pro rata): £16,628 per annum Salaries are paid in 12 equal monthly instalments We believe all children deserve the very best early start in life. Do you? Are you passionate and committed to supporting young children with their learning and personal development? We are seeking a Teaching Assistant 3 to provide support and cover for classes throughout the academy. The successful candidate will: Have experience in a classroom supporting the Class Teacher as well as working independently with small groups of children Be an excellent Teaching Assistant with high expectations for welfare of pupils Have excellent motivational and communication skills Be well-motivated with a positive attitude Participate fully as an innovative member of our team About Robsack Wood Robsack Wood Primary Academy offers an exciting and welcoming environment for children aged 3 months to 11 years old to thrive in a safe and stimulating setting. With a total capacity of 460 pupils, we foster a culture of high aspirations, empowering children to reach their full potential. Our academy boasts impressive facilities designed to enhance learning experiences and promote creativity and motivation. Unique features such as outdoor learning facilities, forest school, an Early Years Village approach, and extended schools set Robsack Wood apart. We put children first. We aim high. They aim high. And every child succeeds. Employee Benefits We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits. These include: Automatic annual pay increments High quality continuous professional development and support for your career progression A strong commitment to your health & wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors, flexible working opportunities from Day 1, and Employee Assistance programme Generous public sector pension scheme Discounts on retail & travel Cycle 2 Work scheme Charity giving Our Commitment The University of Brighton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We welcome applications from all members of the community. The Trust is proud to be part of the government’s Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices.