Job Description

About Us


Leechpool Primary School is a large, friendly, vibrant school for children from 4 to 11 years old, situated in north-east Horsham. There are two classes in each year group, with no class having more than 30 pupils. We also have a 30 place nursery within the school grounds which is open 5 days a week.



At Leechpool, we are dedicated to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child feels valued, empowered, and ready to thrive. Through a high-quality, innovative curriculum, we inspire curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.



We believe in the power of collaboration and the strength of our learning community, guided by the 6 Rs--Respect, Responsibility, Resourcefulness, Resilience, Reflection, and Risk-taking--which shape our approach to growth and success. We set high expectations for ourselves and others, embracing a growth mindset where perseverance and resilience pave the way for progress.



Central to our vision is wellbeing--we foster an environment where children feel safe, supported, and empowered to be their best selves. We promote empathy, kindness, and emotional resilience, enabling children to develop essential life skills that prepare them not just for the next year group or secondary school, but for adulthood and the challenges of a diverse and evolving world.


Job Details

Salary:

NJC Grade 3 point 3 - 4 Salary: 24,796.00 - 25,185.00 Pro rata. Approximately 12,171.00 - 12,270.00

Contract Type:

Full Time (31.25 hours a week Term Time Only) - Fixed Term until 22 July 2026

Working Pattern:

31.25 hours per week - term time only (39 weeks to include inset days)

Location:

Leechpool Primary School

Interviews:

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 24 November 2025



We require a Learning Support Assistant to work as part of our friendly school team with pupils from 4 - 11 years on a fixed term basis until 22 July 2026.


What You Need to Succeed


To be successful in this role you will need to:


Be able to engage and motivate children appropriately and sensitively. Have excellent organisational skills and be a good communicator. Be able to use their initiative when working on their own and be able to work effectively as part of a team. Have ability to maintain good relationships with pupils and parents to foster a positive school ethos. Be flexible to work across the whole school when needed. Provide cover for break and lunchtimes as part of a team. Be prepared to carry out First aid training.


Full training will be given to the successful applicant in all aspects of the work to be undertaken.


Further Information


Leechpool 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@leechpool.w-sussex.sch.uk

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

01403 210233

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The reference number for this role is SCHO01291.



LOCATION

Horsham area

CONTRACT TYPE

Fixed Term

JOB TYPE

Education - School Support

CLOSING DATE

18 November 2025