Teaching Assistant 2 (Ringmer Primary and Nursery School - DMAT)

Hours of work: 21.25

Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only

(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Fixed-term for: 7 months

Closing date: Midday Wednesday 28 January 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Ringmer Primary and Nursery School - DMAT

Harrisons Lane

Ringmer

East Sussex

BN8 5LL

Phone: 01273 812463

Email: office@ringmerprimary.school

Website: https://www.ringmerprimary.school/

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.

We are a school that works together to ensure that our learners remain at the heart of our school community and everything we do. The whole team prides itself on its desire for continual improvement which inspires innovation and promotes

inclusion. As a result our learning environments are calm and purposeful and we

have enthusiastic and motivated learners.

Ringmer Primary and Nursery School is a one and a half form entry, larger than

average village primary school, positioned on the edge of the South Downs National Park, near Lewes. The school benefits from a wonderful learning environment; we are situated in fantastic grounds that promote multiple opportunities for outdoor learning and provide excellent access to sporting facilities.

Our support staff team are a vital and valued part of our school community. They

are skilled, driven and friendly; they enjoy the benefits of regular CPD and a strong

wellbeing program - for more information go to

https://www.ringmerprimary.school/our-school/our-staff

We are seeking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant level 2 to join our

highly committed and supportive staff team to start as soon as possible.

The hours are

TA2 -

Monday to Friday: 8.45am-12.00pm

Monday to Friday: 1.00pm-3.15pm

MDSA -

Monday to Friday: 1 hour lunch supervision

Expectations of the role:

• To contribute to a wide range of teaching and learning activities, including class

based work, group teaching and individual pupil support in order to assist and

support the work of qualified teachers

• To work within the statutory frameworks relevant to the role

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience of working with primary school aged children in range of contexts
• Have a good level of literacy and mathematical skills
• Be dedicated to providing, alongside the class teacher, a secure and inspiring

learning environment where children can thrive

• Be effective in establishing positive, professional relationships with pupils, staff

and parents

• Be able to assist in the planning and preparation of resources
• Be responsible for keeping records and providing feedback to the class teacher in relation to children’s progress and achievement

We can offer you a friendly, supportive school and opportunities for professional

development.

“Together we belong, together we achieve, together we shape tomorrow”

Together we build an inclusive and collaborative community where all children

belong, achievement and growth are celebrated, and learners are empowered to be lifelong, responsible citizens.

Closing date: Wednesday 28^th January 2026

Interview date: Monday 2^nd February 2026

Contact with the school is much encouraged and warmly welcomed. Further details about the post and an application pack are available from the school office on 01273 812463 or office@ringmerprimary.school