37 hours per week, term time only plus inset days
NJC Grade 6 (Points 9-11): £27,254 - £28,598, actual salary £23,480 - £24,638
rising to Grade 8 after completion of HLTA apprenticeship
Grade 8 (Points 20-24): £32,597 - £35,412, actual salary £28,208 - £30,645

Are you a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for your next challenge? If so, this could be the opportunity for you. We are seeking an inspirational and resilient Senior Teaching Assistant to join our Inclusion Department. The successful candidate will work closely with the teaching staff, supporting children with their learning and behavioural needs. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and talented individual to take a key role in our team. We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for education who is driven to make a difference to the lives of the children they work with.

We are offering to support the right candidate who lacks the formal qualifications through an HLTA Apprenticeship programme, giving the chance to earn a recognised qualification while gaining hands-on experience.

The Weald is a high-achieving, popular and oversubscribed 11-18 comprehensive school, situated in the heart of the West Sussex countryside, 10 minutes from Horsham, 35 minutes from Guildford and Brighton, and an hour by train to London.  The school has an excellent record of academic and pastoral achievement and we pride ourselves in creating a caring and respectful ethos where every child is important.

Applications should be made by downloading and completing our application form (please see attachments below) and emailing it to jobs@theweald.org.uk

The closing date for applications is 10am on Tuesday 30 June 2026. Interviews will be held shortly after this date.

Safeguarding Statement

This school and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive and welcoming environment for all.