Teaching Assistant (Priory School)

Hours of work: 30 per week. Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave). As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata. Fixed term until: 22.07.2027. Closing date: Monday 2 November, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: Priory School Mountfield Road Lewes BN7 2XN Phone: 01273 476231 extension 211 Email: personnel@priory.

e-sussex.sch.uk Website: Welcome to Priory School Lewes Please note, we do not accept CVs. Priory School is a happy and thriving Secondary School based in Lewes, East Sussex. It is a very successful school with an excellent reputation. The Governors are seeking to appoint a temporary Teaching Assistant, until July 2027, experienced in working with students with Special Educational Needs and in particular, students with Autism.

This position is based on the main school site and within the Oak Centre (ASC Support Centre). The role includes supporting Oak students in mainstream lessons, as well as supporting at the Oak Centre. You may be required to deliver Primary and Secondary level 1:1 and small group lessons at the Oak Centre. You will be working with outstanding SEN professionals and teachers.

This role is suitable for candidates who: Are confident, motivated and dedicated. Are able to demonstrate proactive behaviour management skills and adaptable teaching styles. Have good academic qualifications and enhanced people skills. Full details of the post and an application form can be downloaded directly from our school website: Welcome to Priory School Lewes under Menu, Joining Priory, Staff Vacancies.

They are also available via email: personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk . Please return application forms by email to personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk East Sussex County Council is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will need to undertake, or currently hold, a DBS enhanced clearance for this authority.