About Us
We are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our caring and ambitious team at Heene CE Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning, leading groups and covering classes where needed, while nurturing every child to flourish.
At the heart of our school is our vision: “Together in faith we love, grow and learn.” We are seeking someone who shares this commitment—someone who will build strong relationships, champion inclusion, and inspire children to develop confidence, independence and a love of learning within our supportive, values-led community.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed- please contact us to arrange this.
Job Details
Salary: West Sussex NJC: Grade 8, point 20 £33,672 FTE (Actual salary £27,833)
Contract Type: 1 year fixed term
Working Pattern: Monday – Friday 8.30am - 4pm (Wednesday until 4.30pm)
Location: Heene CE Primary School, Worthing
Interviews: Thursday 2nd July 2026 (subject to change)
What You Need to Succeed
We are looking for someone to work in collaboration with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils, promoting the pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion, whilst covering their classes. This will also include giving support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning, and experience a sense of achievement. The role entails being aware of and complying with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person.
Further Information
Heene CE Primary School, DCAT 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 pack 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 [email protected]
Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01903 201386
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 SCHO02610.
Job Reference: SCHO02610
