About The Role

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: Up to 12 months
Closing date: 10am Monday 07 September 2026

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

Uplands Academy

Lower High Street

Wadhurst

East Sussex

TN56AZ

Phone: 01892 603000

Email: [email hidden]

Website: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/148945/EDV-2026-UA-90336

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.

Teaching Assistant

Start date: ASAP

Grade/Salary: Single Status Grade 3 Point 7 - £24,795 full time equivalent. Actual salary £17,658

Contract: Fixed term contract to cover a period of maternity leave up to 12 months, part time, term time only, 30 hours per week Monday - Friday

Are you looking for a rewarding role that could fit with your existing lifestyle? Join us as a Teaching Assistant make a real difference in the classroom. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience, develop your skills, and contribute to students’ learning. Whether you are exploring a career in education or seeking a role that works around your future plans, this position offers flexibility and purpose.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will

Support classroom learning and help shape young minds
Spark change and have a meaningful influence on students' futures
Enjoy flexible opportunities that fit around other commitments

Many of our Teaching Assistants have progressed into roles such as Teachers , Assistant SENDCO , Assistant Head of Year , or moved into Health & Care , Social Work , or Educational Psychology .

‘I worked as a Teaching Assistant before becoming a Teacher, and it was a great experience!’ (MARK Education Trust Teacher testimonial)

Benefits of working with us

Flexible working approach
Staff recognition initiatives
Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher’s Pension Scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement (support staff)
Access to Wellbeing Support through our Employee Assistance Programme, this includes free confidential telephone and face to face counselling
Opportunities to share your views through staff surveys and forums
Eligibility to access Blue Light Card and discounts
Discounted use of Gym & Exercise Classes at Uplands Academy
Free parking available onsite or within close proximity to all our schools

Uplands Academy is a mixed 11-16 non-selective converter academy with approximately 835 students. Uplands is situated in Wadhurst, a small, rural town in East Sussex with traditional, independent shops in a warm and friendly local community. Wadhurst is close to Royal Tunbridge Wells which is approximately seven miles north with its bustling shopping centre, iconic landmarks and thriving social scene and fascinating architecture. Alot of our staff commute to us from a variety of places such as the south coast including Hastings and Eastbourne together with other locations across Kent and Sussex.

Uplands Academy, alongside Beacon Academy and Hailsham Academy, is proud to be part of MARK Education Trust. The acronym MARK was selected because staff who work in the Trust are motivated, ambitious, resourceful and knowledgeable. The Trust was established in September 2022 with the integration of Uplands Academy (formerly Uplands Community College) into the partnership with Beacon Academy. In September 2025, the Trust were delighted to welcome Hailsham Academy (formerly Hailsham Community College Academy Trust). Together, we are committed to building strong, cohesive teams dedicated to driving continuous improvement and innovation, ensuring our students thrive and our staff are empowered to deliver and develop with excellence.

At Uplands Academy, we are ambitious for excellence in all we do. Our vision is to provide the best possible education for all our students and to be an exceptional educational establishment for our community and nationally.

For further details, please contact the Human Resources department on 01892 782135 or email [email hidden] . Please be advised that we do not accept curriculum vitae.

MARK Education Trust (Beacon, Uplands and Hailsham Academies) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

NB: we advise applying promptly for this post as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.