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Teaching Assistant (Level 3) (Cavendish Education Trust: The Cavendish School - Secondary Phase)
The Executive Headteacher
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Source date: 11/6/2026
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Job Description Hours of work: 32.5 Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (As the position is term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata) Closing date: 9am Friday 20 November 2026 For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: Cavendish Education Trust: The Cavendish School - Secondary Phase Eldon Road Eastbourne East Sussex BN21 1UE Phone: 01323 731340 Email: hr@cet.uk Website: https://cavendish.cet.uk/ Please note, we do not accept CVs. 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. TEACHING ASSISTANT (LEVEL 3) – (Cavendish School Secondary Phase) Single Status Grade 4 Points 9-10 Salary £26,016 - £26,427 (pro rata) Actual Pay £19,742 - £20,054 Term Time Only (incl INSET days) 32.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Permanent Start date: As soon as possible Closing date: 9.00am Friday 20 November 2026 Interview date: Friday 27 November .2026 NB: we advise applying promptly for this post as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Teaching Assistant who can inspire and motivate pupils to be the very best that they can be? The role is based in our secondary phase. If you have the skills, drive and enthusiasm this could be the perfect role for you. The Executive Headteacher is looking for highly motivated, committed professionals who are passionate and enthusiastic to join in the continued development and success of our exciting all-through status. If you have the skills, drive and enthusiasm this could be the perfect role for you. The school offers: A strong and visionary leadership To be part of a vibrant community To be part of an exciting environment in our all-through campus Cavendish school was identified by OFSTED as being ‘Outstanding’ Excellent CPD opportunities for all levels and interests Staff Wellbeing: a genuine focus on staff wellbeing Pupils who are motivated and keen to learn The ideal candidate will: Believe in creating strong, positive relationships with the children, developing them personally, socially, emotionally and academically. Have the ability and determination to ensure excellent progress and to raise standards. Establish and maintain the highest standards Inspire, challenge and motivate our pupils • Have the potential to get the best out of our pupils and can forge positive relationships with children. • Have excellent organisation and communication skills • Have a commitment to personal and professional development • Be a team player who is supportive of colleagues The job role consists of: Working under the professional guidance of senior staff (primary and secondary phase) to implement work programmes for individuals/groups which could include those requiring detailed and specialist knowledge in particular areas. Providing high quality, inclusive, learning experiences and care for all the children. To liaise and interact effectively with the teaching staff, parents and carers in order to enable access to learning. To support achievement and progress. To promote the welfare of all children. To share good practice in the classroom setting and at play/lunchtimes. To give one to one SEN pupil support and mentoring. Please visit our website for further details as well as the application process via the recruitment platform mynewterm https://cet.uk/vacancies/ We look forward to receiving your application, if you have any questions please email hr@cet.uk Please note that we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect all those who work with us to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check 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. We give high priority to promoting diversity throughout the School 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. Job Info Job Identification 4781 Job Category Education Posting Date 11/06/2026 Apply Before 11/20/2026 Locations Eastbourne, East Sussex, United Kingdom Enable Applications No Working Hours 32.5 Salary £19,742 to £20,054 Salary From 19,742 Salary To 20,054 Working Pattern Part Time - term time Contract Type Permanent Contract