Job Description

About Us

Welcome to River Beach Primary School. We are a good school (OFSTED 2025) that is incredibly proud of our school and the children in it. We pride ourselves on the strong

relationships that we create with children, parents and our wider community.



Our school aim is to give "Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day". We passionate

believe in this. We understand that every child is individual, unique and has a wide

range of talents. It is our job is to bring out the best in them through support, challenge and not being afraid to learn from mistakes. We want our children to have confidence, though a wide range of opportunities to explore, investigate, question and achieve.



We also want to prepare them, not only for the next steps in their education, but for the rest of their lives. Our curriculum is broad, creative and exciting which enables not only our children to become successful learners but also, to have fun whilst they do it!.



River Beach is a large primary school of 670 children, with a 3 form intake and a

nursery. We are based in a unique position in Littlehampton being within easy access of

both the River Arun and the English Channel. We are part of the Schoolsworks Academy Trust as well as working with Littlehampton locality group of schools, sharing in collaborative learning developments across the area.

Job Details

Salary: TMS 1-6, 31,650 to 43,607 p.a. pro rata, plus SEN allowance (2,679 p.a. pro rata)

Contract Type: 1 FTE, permanent

Working Pattern: 5 days per week, Mon - Fri. Job share may be considered and hours may be flexible for the right candidate(s)

Location: River Beach Primary School, Littlehampton

Interviews: Week Commencing 9th June 2025

River Beach Primary School is a friendly, happy and caring three-form entry primary school in West Sussex, which has a fantastic and supportive staff team and is well respected within the local community. We have high expectations and a school-wide commitment to improve children's learning and staff expertise and professional development.



We are looking for prospective candidates with a very good understanding of high quality teaching and learning, for children with SEND to work in our Lighthouse provision which is a Total Communication environment supporting children with a range of communication needs.

What You Need to Succeed

We welcome applications from excellent practitioners who wish to further their skills and knowledge of SEND and, in particular, of working with children with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Within our mainstream school we educate children with a broad range of special educational needs and disabilities, including communication and interaction needs, visual and hearing impairment, as well as children with diagnoses including Autism. We are at an exciting time in our journey of development with supporting children with complex needs and are looking for an innovative, dynamic, creative practitioner who is able to think on their feet, whilst ensuring that a focus on inclusion and belonging underpins all that they do.



Prospective candidates will have a very good understanding of high quality teaching and learning, together with a firm grasp of how to promote excellent behaviour. They will be responsible for planning, resourcing, assessment tracking and delivering an excellent provision of learning to this wonderful group of children



In return we can offer you:-

A supportive environment in which to grow as a professional A dedicated Trust SEND Manager who will support you as you establish your role Collaborative working across all 10 schools in the Trust Excellent development opportunities both in and outside of school A wonderful group of children to work with

Further Information

River Beach Primary School and Schoolsworks Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children. This post is subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references, qualifications, health, enhanced DBS checks and online social media searches. River Beach Primary School is part of the Schoolsworks Academy Trust and the Trust is fully committed to supporting the career development of all its staff.

How to Apply

Applicants should clearly state on the application form their current expertise and previous experience. For a list of essential and/or desirable criteria please see the personal specification and job description available to download alongside this advert. Completed application forms should be sent to the school for the attention of the Headteacher by email to

recruitment@schoolsworks.org

If you would like to have an informal chat about the role, or would like to visit the school prior to submitting your application please contact Julie Sampson, Office Manager Tel: 01903 725500, to arrange a suitable time for a chat and / or visit.

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The reference number for this role is SCHO00288.



Job Reference: SCHO00288