Job Description

About Us


ASPIRATION - RESPECT - TOGETHERNESS



We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, creative, and hard-working individual who is committed to excellent classroom practice and high standards for all, to join our school of 413 pupils.



We are a welcoming, inclusive community which comprises of fourteen classes. Our committed staff team cares passionately about making a difference to the children's lives, enabling them every day to be the best they can be and to leave Shelley as mindful, confident individuals who have a love of learning. The school is very well supported by parents, a dedicated governing body and our Friends Association. We are enthusiastic about learning and can offer good quality professional development and support for your career progression.



Find out more about us and life at Shelley by viewing our website at:

http://www.shelley.w-sussex.sch.uk/

Job Details

Salary:

West Sussex Grade 3, Points 3-4, 24,796-25,185 per annum pro rata, term time only (actual salary 16,934-17,200)

Contract Type:

Temporary. This is a temporary appointment until 22nd July 2026, with a possibility of extension after this date.

Working Pattern:

Monday to Friday 8:45am to 3:15pm (includes 30 minute lunchtime duty and 30 minute unpaid lunch break)

Location:

Shelley Primary School, Wickhurst Lane, Broadbridge Heath, West Sussex RH12 3LU

Interviews:

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 22nd October.

PLEASE NOTE THE SHORT TURNAROUND TIME FROM CLOSING DATE TO INTERVIEW DATE

Start date:

AS SOON AS POSSIBLE




What You Need to Succeed


To be successful in this role you will need to:


Have a passion for learning Demonstrate an understanding of how children learn Have experience of working with primary aged children Have high expectations Be a team player Be enthusiastic, reliable and flexible Have excellent literacy, numeracy & communication skills

Further Information


Shelley 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

office@shelleyprimary.school

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

01403 265343

NOTE TO CANDIDATES

- Please

do not

select the 'Apply online' button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.


The reference number for this role is SCHO01108.



LOCATION

Horsham area

CONTRACT TYPE

Fixed Term

JOB TYPE

Education - School Support

CLOSING DATE

20 October 2025