Job introduction

Balfour Primary School requires an enthusiastic, committed INA to work with a child in Reception. The Teaching Assistants are a busy and productive team within the School who support our enthusiastic students as well as our vibrant teams of teaching staff. In addition, the successful post holder will support our children at lunchtime. Please see the job description for further information about the roles.

Balfour Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive school, part of the Thrive Together School Alliance (TTSA), a small and exciting collaborative group of city-wide primary schools, a secondary school, and a specialist provision school. Located on the Surrenden Campus our extensive shared grounds include a Nature School for all children. We are a large, full and oversubscribed school, reflecting our strong reputation within the community. 

At Balfour Primary School, we emphasise the importance of belonging within our school and the wider community. Our dedicated and outward-looking staff team works tirelessly to create a welcoming environment where every child feels valued and supported.

Hours: The post holder will be expected to work Monday - Friday term time only. 8:45am – 15:30. This includes a 15-minute break and a 30 minute lunch (30hrs/wk)

Term:  This post is tied to the needs of the child

Paid weeks per year: 47.36 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date: As soon as possible

About the role

Closing date: 8:00am on Monday 13th October 2025  (Early applications are encouraged.)

Interview date: 15th - 17th October 2025 

How to apply: Please email application form (CVs will not be accepted) to recruitment@balfour.brighton-hove.sch.uk You can visit our website for the job description and application form.

Please ensure that you write your application using the headings of the Person Specification.

If you do not hear from us please assume that you have not been shortlisted for interview.

Telephone: (01273)  507722

Website: www.balfourprimary.co.uk

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming a new member to our dedicated team at Balfour Primary School.

Additional information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

Balfour Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and online search. We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to have a staff body that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. Please be aware that online searches may be used if shortlisted for interview. Our safeguarding policy can be found here: Safeguarding policy.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.