Teaching Assistant Grade B

Brighton & Hove City Council; Hove; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is looking to recruit a Grade B Teaching Assistant at Hill Park School in Hove. The role involves supporting students with additional needs, working across various school sites. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in Maths and English and be patient, resilient team players. This position is fixed-term, ending August 2026, with a starting date as soon as possible. Interested applicants should email their completed application forms to the provided email address.

Qualifications

• Must be patient and have a calm manner.
• Commitment to meeting the needs of children with additional needs.
• Flexibility and resilience required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and small groups of students.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet students' needs.
• Provide intimate care and support as necessary.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Team player

Ability to manage challenging environments

Ability to speak a second language

GCSE qualifications in Maths and English

Job description

• Contract Term Time - Fixed Term
• Closing Date Apply by 2 January 2026

Location

Hill Park School, Foredown Road, Portslade

Job Summary

Job reference

• Positions available 2

Working hours

• Working hours 30 hours per week
• Closing date 2 January 2026

Job category

• Job category Support Staff - Education

Organisation

• Organisation Brighton & Hove City Council

Directorate

• Directorate BHCC: External

Job introduction

Hill Park School is a three site (Primary/ Secondary) special school for pupils aged 4 - 16 years for pupils with needs ranging from moderate (MLD), severe (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). Some pupils also have a diagnosis of autistic spectrum condition (ASC), complex medical needs or physical disabilities.We have students from Reception through to KS4.

We are looking to recruit a Grade B Teaching Assistant to join our Secondary team at our Portslade site, though please be aware that all teaching assistants can be placed across the school sites depending on their experience, skills and needs of the school.

We are a warm, friendly and welcoming school with a supportive and caring staff, who work closely as a team.

Paid weeks per year:47.36(inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Fixed term:Until 31 August 2026

Start date: As soon as possible

About the role

Our school would be a great place for you to work if you:

• have patience and a calm manner
• have resilience and a commitment to meeting the needs of children with additional needs
• are an excellent team player who is flexible and shows an ability to recognise and respond to pupils’ needs
• can provide support to individuals and small groups
• have the ability to speak a second language
• have Maths and English Qualifications at GCSE or equivalent
• be able to manage a challenging environment, both physically and mentally
• The role will include intimate care and full training will be provided. The need to be able to adapt your skills and to be flexible and resilient is crucial.

Closing date:9am on Friday 2nd January 2026

Interview date:Tuesday 13th January 2026

How to apply: Please return the completed application form by email to:[e-mail]

We take safeguarding and child protection seriously and all posts at Hill Park are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Certificate.

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

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.