Part-Time Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Part-Time Teaching Assistant

Location: Eastbourne
Salary: £14 - £16.5 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Part-time, Long-term

Looking for a part-time role where you can make a real difference to young learners?
GSL Education are currently seeking a dedicated Part-Time Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a friendly primary school based in Eastbourne. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to balance work with other commitments while still making a meaningful impact in education.

About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll provide targeted support to pupils who may need a little extra help with their learning—whether that’s in small groups, one-to-one, or general classroom assistance. You’ll be a positive, reliable presence and help to create a calm and inclusive learning environment.

The role is typically mornings only, Monday to Friday, but there may be some flexibility for the right person.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils with learning, emotional, or behavioural needs

• Work closely with the class teacher to deliver tailored learning activities

• Encourage pupil engagement, confidence, and participation

• Help maintain a supportive, inclusive classroom environment

Ideal Candidate:

• Has experience working with children in any setting (school, nursery, youth work, etc.)

• Communicates clearly and works well with others

• Is patient, positive, and dependable

• Has or is willing to apply for an enhanced DBS on the update service

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay ( £14 - £16.5)

• Supportive consultants who understand your needs

• A school placement that values your contribution

• Flexibility to suit your availability

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To express your interest, please contact Jade Cant-lie King at GSL Education or click ‘apply now’ with your updated CV.