Bank Teaching Assistant

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Job Title:

Bank Teaching Assistant

Location:

Hambrook School, Burgess Hill, West Sussex

Hours:

Monday–Friday | 8:30am – 4:00pm - Flexible Hours
Salary:
£100/day

Contract:

Bank | Term Time Only
Start:
March 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

We’re looking for enthusiastic Bank Teaching Assistants to join our team and help pupils thrive at Hambrook School.

About the Role

As a Bank Teaching Assistant at Hambrook School, you’ll help pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. This is more than a support role — it’s your chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

Key responsibilities:

Support pupils individually and in groups with literacy, numeracy, communication, and social skills

Assist teachers with planning and delivering lessons and activities

Implement positive behaviour strategies and maintain a calm classroom environment

Prepare resources and support trips and school activities

Maintain records of pupil progress and behaviour

Supervise pupils during breaks and lunch

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking calm, compassionate, and proactive individuals committed to supporting pupils with autism and complex needs.

Essential qualities and experience:

Experience in educational, childcare, or SEN settings

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond positively to challenging behaviour

A team player with a collaborative mindset and willingness to learn

About Us

Hambrook School is an independent specialist school in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, for pupils aged 5–18 with autism and an EHCP.

Opened in 2023 and rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, we provide a structured, safe and nurturing environment. Small classes and highly personalised programmes enable pupils to engage, progress and enjoy learning. Through rich curriculum experiences and bespoke support, we help every young person achieve their full potential.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:

Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits

Hundreds of UK and international discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process.

All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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