Teaching Assistant

GLF Schools; Horsham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive educational organization based in Horsham is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to provide vital support to the class teacher and SENCo. The ideal candidate should possess experience in working with children who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, and demonstrate a commitment to achieving high standards in education. This part-time role offers a competitive salary and a chance to join a supportive community dedicated to educational excellence.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Access to competitive pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Commitment to raising the achievement of all children.
• Ability to use various strategies to engage children.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher and SENCo in delivering outstanding learning experiences.
• Engage and support children with learning.
• Contribute to provision planning.

Skills

Experience in supporting children with SEND

High expectations for student achievement

Ability to engage children in learning

Collaborative teamwork

Strong relationship building

Job description

* Teaching AssistantNEWFast Apply# Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Horsham, West SussexContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: Associate 2, Point 1 - Actual Salary: £18,368.65Posted: 19th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 5th January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1527315Job Reference: GRE001002Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1527315* Share :**Your opportunity**We’re looking for an enthusiastic, caring, and proactive Teaching Assistant who will play a vital role in supporting both the class teacher and our SENCo to deliver outstanding learning experiences. If you have a strong interest or experience in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), we’d love to hear from you!**About Greenway Junior School**Greenway Junior School is a three-form entry Junior School in Horsham, where the whole school community is committed to lifelong learning for all. Children at Greenway enjoy actively learning with a vibrant cross curricular approach. Our core values of integrity, courage, aspiration, compassion and respect ensure our pupils become active, positive and resilient young people.Greenway joined GLF Schools in September 2022 and we are benefitting from sharing excellent resources, CPD and best practice with other GLF schools.Our School sits within a newly established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Greenway Junior School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Forge Wood Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Southgate Primary School, Salfords Primary School, Lime Tree Primary School and Merstham Primary School.**What we're looking for*** A colleague with experience in supporting children with SEND* Someone with high expectations who is committed to raising the achievement of all children* The ability to use a variety of strategies to engage and support children in their learning* A collaborative professional with the ability to contribute to provision planning* An excellent role model to children, colleagues and parents, exemplifying our core principle of kindness* A positive, open-minded professional actively supportive of the ethos, vision and values of the school* A member of the team who can build strong relationships with the many stakeholders in a school**Join Our Community**As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.* A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils* Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness* 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England* We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity* Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education.**Our Employment Offer*** GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish:* Access to our highly competitive pension scheme (LGPS)* Flexible working options* Generous holiday allowance* Work life and family friendly policies* Employee wellbeing initiatives* Career pathways and talent management* Access to a staff benefits portal* Community and collaboration working model**The Details**Hours: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am-3.30pm.Term Time: 39 weeks per year (including INSET days). Salary: GLF Associate 2, point 1 - £23,651Actual Salary: £18,368.65Start Date: As soon as possible### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.### Greenway Junior School