Apprentice Teaching Assistant (Heron Park Primary)

Hours of work: 31.25 Hours

• Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.
• (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
• Fixed term: Until 31 August 2026
• Closing date: Thursday 12 November 2026
• For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
• Heron Park Primary Academy
• Dallington Road
• Hampden Park
• Eastbourne
• East Sussex

BN22 9EE

• Phone: 01323 502525
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.heronparkprimaryacademy.org
• Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Apprentice Teaching Assistant (Level 3 Qualification Opportunity)

Heron Park Primary Academy is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and caring individual to join our team as an Apprentice Teaching Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to begin a rewarding career in education while gaining a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.

Working alongside experienced colleagues, you will play an important role in supporting pupils' learning both in and out of the classroom.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a difference to children's lives and is committed to working hard to achieve their qualification.

We would love to hear from you if

• you have the relevant qualifications to commence a level 3 qualification
• you are positive, enthusiastic and eager to learn
• you have excellent communication and teamwork skills
• you can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
• you are patient, caring, and committed to creating an inclusive learning environment
• you want to make a real difference in the lives of young people while developing your own professional career.

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer

A supportive team who place our values of Respect, Curiosity, Independence, Resilience, and Aspiration at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations

Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD

A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment

A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff

The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way

Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books

* Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support.

If you are interested in finding out more, we strongly suggest that you arrange a tour of the school - please contact Yvonne Streeter, Office Manager on [email protected] or 01323 502525.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive suitable applications. Therefore, we recommend submitting you application as soon as possible.

Please note that we can only accept applications submitted through our recruitment platform, SAMPeople Recruit, so kindly follow this link to apply: https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/jobboard/Vacancy/Details?campaignref=SCH-AAT-0330.

Additional Information

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.