Classroom Assistant - Primary

If you looking to start a career working with children, or ready to take the next step into education, Teaching Personnel are recruiting for a Classroom Assistant to join a friendly and supportive primary school in Bexhill.

No prior classroom experience is required—if you’ve worked with children in any setting, your skills are highly transferable.

About the School

This welcoming and inclusive primary school is at the heart of its local community and is known for its supportive atmosphere and strong focus on pupil wellbeing. Staff work closely together to create a positive learning environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to develop confidence and a love of learning.

The Role

Support pupils in class on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Assist the teacher with lessons and classroom activities Help manage behaviour and keep pupils engaged Support children with additional needs where required Encourage confidence, independence, and positive social interaction Assist with general classroom organisation Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about working with children, including those with experience in:

Sports coaching or team leadership Youth work or community settings Childcare, nursery work, or babysitting Psychology or education graduates/students What We’re Looking For

A proactive, reliable, and flexible approach Confidence building relationships with children A genuine interest in supporting child development Driving is beneficial but not essential An Enhanced DBS Check (or willingness to apply for one) Why Apply?

No classroom experience required – full support provided A great opportunity to gain school-based experience Supportive staff team and ongoing guidance A rewarding role where you can make a real difference Ideal stepping stone into teaching or education careers If you’re enthusiastic about working with children and want to build a meaningful career in education, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to get started with Teaching Personnel.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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