Teaching Assistant, Warren Rd

Full-Time and Part-Time vacancies available, term time only.

Thank you for your interest in working for Downs View.

Downs View is an Outstanding Special School and Colleges, providing education for young people with Special Education and Disability Needs (SEND). Our pupils are aged from 4 to 25 years and all have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Our school site is in Woodingdean with pupils aged 4 to 16. Our college site, Downs View Link College, is next to Varndean College and is for 16-19 year olds. And our other college site, Downs View Life Skills College, is in Patcham and is for 19-25 year olds.

Positions available:3

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

Start date: ASAP dependant on references, DBS and notice.

About the Role

We meet the learning needs for pupils with profound and multiple, severe and moderate learning difficulties. Many of our pupils have autism and communication difficulties. We value the importance of developing social emotional needs and life skills alongside developing academic knowledge and skills.

Our ethos is reflected in these three words:Respect Aspiration Resilience.

Our vision is: to provide anaspirationallearning environment with dignity andrespectat its core, where everyone reaches their potential through effective communication, buildingresilienceand having fun. We want this for all of our young people and our staff.

We think Downs View is a very special place - please watch our video to see what it's like to work here.

are really proud of the provision we offer at Downs View so please come and see it in action and meet our staff and pupils. To arrange a visit please contact .

We currently have vacancies for full and part-time Teaching Assistants to work alongside students atDowns View School in Woodingdean. We are looking to recruit people who have experience of working with students with SEN.

We have a comprehensive induction program and an ongoing training program. For further information, please contact the school office on 01273 601680 or email .

Closing date: Wednesday 10 th June 2026

Interview date:Tuesday 16 th June 2026

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by post direct to the school office:

Telephone: (01273) 601680

Website:

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. The role is subject to a successful enhanced DBS check.

Company Information

Brighton&Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

We are absolutely committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Brighton&Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.