Job Description

About Us

APPLICATION DETAILS FOR

1:1 LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT

Required from 6

th

January 2026

Temporary until 22 July 2026

20 hours per week (5 mornings per week)

West Sussex Grade 3 20,812 Pro Rata

We are an inclusive and creative primary school, where our relationships with the children are at the heart of all we do. We follow our core values of kindness, respect, honesty, curiosity and resilience.



We are looking for a very special person to join our team to support children with individual needs with their learning and development. The post will be under the guidance and support of the Class Teacher and Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator. You will be part of a friendly and supportive team of teaching assistants.



Ideally, candidates should have experience in a school environment, working with children to help them make rapid progress with basic reading and writing skills. It would also be an advantage to have a recognised qualification e.g. NVQ2 or 3 or be working towards one. You will need to enjoy working collaboratively and have good communication and organisational skills. We are looking for somebody who is passionate about the post, has a flexible approach to work and is committed to meeting the needs of pupils, parents and the school. A pro-active and flexible approach to meeting children's needs is essential.



You may be required to take on the role of Midday Meals Supervisor for one or two sessions a week.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:

5pm Monday 8th December 2025

INTERVIEW DATE:

Thursday 12th December 2025

START DATE:

6th January 2026


For more information about the role please contact the school office on

01243 372726

or office@westbourneprimary.co.uk



The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check in line with the school's policy towards safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As part of due diligence, and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, 2025, we will carry out an online search on all shortlisted candidates.



Westbourne Primary School is committed to equal opportunities; we welcome applications regardless of ability, age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religion.


Job Details

Salary:

West Sussex Grade 3 22,737 - 23,114

Contract Type:

Fixed Term

Working:

20 hours per week (5 mornings per week)

Location:

Westbourne Primary School

Interviews:

Thursday 12th December 2025


What You Need to Succeed


We are an inclusive and creative primary school, where our relationships with the children are at the heart of all we do. We follow our core values of kindness, respect, honesty, curiosity and resilience. We are an integral part of the village community in Westbourne, where there is a strong sense of partnership and support between parents, governors, children, staff and the local community. We have made significant improvements to the school over the last year and are looking to appoint a teaching assistant to help us continue our move forwards.



We are looking for a very special person to join our team to support children with individual needs with their learning and development. The post will be under the guidance and support of the Class Teacher and Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator. You will be part of a friendly and supportive team of teaching assistants.



Ideally, candidates should have experience in a school environment, working with children to help them make rapid progress with basic reading and writing skills. It would also be an advantage to have a recognised qualification e.g. NVQ2 or 3 or be working towards one. You will need to enjoy working collaboratively and have good communication and organisational skills. We are looking for somebody who is passionate about the post, has a flexible approach to work and is committed to meeting the needs of pupils, parents and the school. A pro-active and flexible approach to meeting children's needs is essential.



You may be required to take on the role of Midday Meals Supervisor for one or two sessions a week.

We offer:

A warm and welcoming environment A strong and supportive team Mutual respect between all professionals. Opportunities for professional development

We ask for:

Commitment Enthusiasm The ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. A flexible, well-organised and caring approach.

The post is initially for the remainder of the academic year 2025-2026.





We strongly urge you to visit our school so you can find out more about us. Please contact the Headteacher, Mrs Laura Evans, to make an appointment on

01243 372726

or emailing

office@westbourneprimary.co.uk

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:

5pm Monday 8th December 2025

INTERVIEW DATE:

Thursday 12th December 2026

START DATE:

6th January 2026



The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check in line with the school's policy towards safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As part of due diligence, and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, 2025, we will carry out an online search on all shortlisted candidates.



Westbourne Primary School is committed to equal opportunities; we welcome applications regardless of ability, age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religion.


Further Information


Westbourne 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.


How to Apply


To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.



Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).



Once complete please return this to

sbm@westbourneprimary.co.uk

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on

01243 372726

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The reference number for this role is SCHO01456.



LOCATION

Chichester area

CONTRACT TYPE

Fixed Term

JOB TYPE

Education - School Support

CLOSING DATE

08 December 2025