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Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant – High Hurstwood CE Primary School
Job Description
Hours of work: 30.5 hours per week
Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service)
(As the position is part-time & term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
Fixed term for: 12 months
Closing date: 01 July 2026
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
High Hurstwood CoE Primary School
Chillies Ln, High Hurstwood, Uckfield TN22 4AD
Phone: 01825 733231
Email: office@highhurstwood.e-sussex.sch.uk
Website: High Hurstwood Church of England Primary School - Home
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
Hours: 08:50am – 15:30pm, Monday to Friday (Term-time only). Includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch break daily.
At High Hurstwood, we believe that a child’s first steps in education set the tone for their entire journey. We are looking for an enthusiastic, nurturing, and proactive Teaching Assistant to join our wonderful Early Years team from September.
This role is beautifully varied. In the mornings and during lunch transitions, you will be based in our delightful EYFS class, Pandas, helping our youngest learners build confidence, independence, and a love for school. In the afternoons, you will use your skills to deliver targeted interventions, supporting children across the school to close gaps and achieve their full potential. Your work will directly enable our children to flourish.
Our School: A Special Place to Grow
High Hurstwood is more than just a place of work; it is a community. We are a small village primary school in a beautiful rural setting between the towns of Uckfield and Crowborough. High Hurstwood CE Primary School is a popular school with an excellent reputation. Our motto ('Belong ~ Enjoy ~ Excel') encapsulates what we want for the children and staff at High Hurstwood and also reflects our Christian Values.
We are part of a village community and also have close links with our local church. We pride ourselves on our motivated pupils, supportive parents, and an incredible staff team characterised by drive and enthusiasm. When you join us, you aren't just an employee—you are a key member of a warm, happy school family.
What You’ll Bring to the Team
We are looking for a candidate who has a deep understanding of early childhood development, paired with the flexibility to deliver structured learning interventions. You will need:
- Early Years Passion: Experience working within an EYFS setting, with a strong understanding of how to support independent learning, play, and physical development.
- Intervention Expertise: The ability to deliver targeted, high-impact interventions (such as phonics, speech and language, or maths support) to individuals or small groups of children.
- Transition & Care: A nurturing approach to support our Pandas pupils during their lunchtime transition in the school hall (12:00–12:30), helping them build social skills and independence in a busy environment.
- Communication & Team Spirit: The ability to collaborate closely with the Class Teacher, track pupil progress accurately, and communicate warmly with parents and the wider school team.
Why Join High Hurstwood?
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and specialized training.
- The chance to make a real difference in a small, vibrant school community.
- A comprehensive handover and time to settle into the Pandas classroom routines.
How to Apply
We would love to meet you! Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange an appointment, please contact our Headteacher, Karl Luckhurst, via email or telephone.
To apply: Please submit a completed application form along with a covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) outlining how your experience meets the person specification and why you are the right fit for High Hurstwood and our Pandas class.
Shortlisting: Thursday 02 July.
Interview date: Friday 03 July.
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.
The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.
If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.
INA
Job Description
Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week
Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service)
(As the position is part-time & term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
Fixed term for: One year
Closing date: 03 July 2026
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
High Hurstwood CoE Primary School
Chillies Ln, High Hurstwood, Uckfield TN22 4AD
Phone: 01825 733231
Email: office@highhurstwood.e-sussex.sch.uk
Website: High Hurstwood Church of England Primary School - Home
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
Hours: 08:30am – 15:30pm, Monday to Friday, Includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch break daily.
At High Hurstwood, we believe that every child deserves the tailored support, patience, and encouragement they need to truly thrive. We are looking for a dedicated, nurturing, and perceptive Individual Needs Assistant (INA) to join our team from September to provide vital 1:1 support for a specific pupil.
This is a profoundly rewarding role. You will work closely with the class teacher, our Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo), and external professionals to implement a personalised learning plan. By breaking down learning into manageable steps, managing emotional and sensory needs, and fostering independence, you will be the bridge that allows this child to fully access school life and experience success every single day.
Our School: A Special Place to Grow
High Hurstwood is more than just a place of work; it is a community. We are a small village primary school in a beautiful rural setting between the towns of Uckfield and Crowborough. High Hurstwood CE Primary School is a popular school with an excellent reputation. Our motto ('Belong ~ Enjoy ~ Excel') encapsulates what we want for the children and staff at High Hurstwood and also reflects our Christian Values.
We are part of a village community and also have close links with our local church. We pride ourselves on our motivated pupils, supportive parents, and an incredible staff team characterised by drive and enthusiasm. When you join us, you aren't just an employee—you are a key member of a warm, happy school family.
What You’ll Bring to the Team
We are looking for a candidate who brings a calm presence, an empathetic nature, and a passion for inclusive education. You will need:
- Tailored Support: Experience of or a strong desire to work with children with additional needs (such as communication difficulties, sensory needs, or learning delays), adapting tasks to suit the child’s specific learning style.
- Patience and Resilience: A calm, positive, and patient approach, with the ability to keep a child engaged, motivated, and emotionally regulated throughout the school day.
- Holistic Care: The ability to support the child across all aspects of the school day, including classroom learning, transitions, and social interactions during lunchtime.
- Collaborative Spirit: Excellent communication skills to work as part of a team, tracking the child's progress, celebrating their milestones, and liaising sensitively with staff and parents.
- Desirable: Prior experience as an INA or 1:1 Teaching Assistant, or specific training/qualifications related to special educational needs (SEN).
Why Join High Hurstwood?
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and specialised SEN training.
- The chance to make a profound, visible difference in a child’s life within a small, vibrant school community.
- A comprehensive handover and time to understand the child's specific routines and profile.
How to Apply
We would love to meet you! Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange an appointment, please contact our Headteacher, Karl Luckhurst, via email or telephone.
To apply: Please submit a completed application form along with a covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) outlining how your experience meets the person specification and why you are the right fit for High Hurstwood.
Shortlisting: Tuesday 07 July 2026
Interview date: Wednesday 08 July 2026