At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young learners in a nurturing environment and assist with lunchtime duties.
- Company: Upper Beeding Primary School, a welcoming community-focused school.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth in a vibrant school setting.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and help shape the future of our pupils.
- Qualifications: Experience working with children and a caring attitude.
The predicted salary is between 30394 - 37148 £ per year.
- Post: EYFS Teaching Assistant with MDMS duties (temporary until July 2027)
- Start
Date: 4th January 2027
Salary: Grade 3 SCP 3 £25,614 pro rata and term time only, approx. £9,677.81 pro rata.
Hours: 15.25 TA hours per week + 1.5 MDMS hours per week, term time only
Mon & Wednesday 8:45am-3:15pm and Tues 8:45am-12:30pm with 30min MDMS duty per day.
- Responsible to: SENDCO
- Closing Date: Monday 9th November 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 11th November 2026
Our school has a long history in the village beginning in 1872.
We still have the original Victorian School Building which are very proud of.
Since this time our school has grown to meet the needs of the local community.
Our school has a good reputation among the parents and village community and our Ofsted Inspection in February 2025 confirmed that:
“Upper Beeding Primary is a welcoming school.
The warm and nurturing relationships between staff and pupils shine through the school.
They reflect the school’s values of teamwork, kindness, curiosity, and creativity.
As a result, pupils are happy and safe.
They are proud of their school and attend regularly”.
We currently have 301 children on roll.
Our children and their needs are at the very heart of all our decisions, and have created a learning environment in which individuals can excel.
Our facilities include an extensive outdoor area and we encourage the children to play outside every day in most weathers.
As a school, we pride ourselves on our welcoming and nurturing environment, and ensure that all pupils are supported to achieve well.
We offer a supportive working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference in our pupils’ school experience.
Upper Beeding Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
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EYFS Teaching Assistant + MDMS in Steyning employer: West Sussex County Council
West Sussex County Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises community impact and employee wellbeing. With opportunities for professional development and a focus on strengths-based approaches, you will be empowered to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid working model in the beautiful surroundings of West Sussex.
Contact Details:
West Sussex County Council Recruitment Team
