Job Description

About Us

Hawthorns Primary school opened in 1977, originally as a First School for children aged 5 -8. In 2015, the school expanded to become a one form entry primary school. In February 2024, Hawthorns became the 9th school to join Schoolsworks Academy Trust. The school has its own nursery for children aged 2 -5. This provision feeds into the school and supports excellent transition and early learning experiences.



This small one form entry primary school lies in beautiful grounds where nature is

abundant and so there are plenty of opportunities for children to take their learning outdoors and we actively encourage this. We are fortunate to have our own enclosed pond area and forest school site as well as a small field and separate playgrounds.



Staff at Hawthorns are incredibly welcoming and supportive of each other. As a small team, everyone chips in to help which opens up lots of opportunities to gain new experiences. Our school is diverse and fully inclusive. We work hard to empower everyone with the skills and mind-set they need to be their best. We have a

high percentage of pupils with SEND across the school and pride ourselves on the inclusive provision we offer and the close working partnerships with parents.



Our exciting curriculum in Key Stage 1 and 2 follows a 2 year and 4 year cycle respectively, enabling classes to plan together and share subject expertise. We have 5 curriculum theme weeks each year covering all of the foundation and core subjects which ensures all children have a chance to shine in their area of interest and expertise.



We are able to use our partnership with other schools in the trust to share experience and practice, and to provide opportunities for career development.

Job Details

Salary:

NJC Grade 3, SCP 3 - 4, 24,796 - 25,185 p.a. pro rata. (Actual starting salary - 16,934 p.a.)

Contract Type:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

30 hours per week, Term time only

Location:

Worthing area

Interviews:

Wednesday 25th and Thursday 26th February 2026

What You Need to Succeed

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, positive, dedicated, caring, emotionally

intelligent team player to join our friendly, supportive and committed team as a Teaching Assistant within our SEMH Hub. You will also be expected to undertake Midday Meals duties each day.



Ideally you are already a Teaching Assistant with experience of working with children in an educational setting and/or have other experience in working with children who need a focused curriculum that is based around the social and emotional needs of a child.

and are looking to progress your career in to education.

Further Information

Hawthorns Primary and Nursery School is 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. Hawthorns Primary and Nursery School part of the Schoolsworks Academy Trust and the Trust is fully committed to supporting the career development of all its staff.



Hawthorns Primary and Nursery 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

Applicants should clearly state on the application form their current expertise and previous experience.



Please make reference to the and Personal Specification when completing the Skills and Competencies part of the application.



Application forms should be sent to the school by email to

recruitment@schoolsworks.org

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. If you are interested in applying and would like to visit the school, please contact the school office on Tel:

01903 268174

, to arrange a suitable time to visit.

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 SCHO01703.



Job Reference: SCHO01703