About Us
Hawthorns is a small one form entry primary school, with approximately 150 children on roll, plus an onsite nursery. We aim for all children to feel happy, safe and able to learn at their best, We use the words Pride, Respect and Success to capture our school vision and give us a focus for every day.
The 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.
We are part of the Schoolsworks Academy Trust, which gives us the opportunity to
collaborate and share good practice across 10 schools. Through this, by joining a
Schoolsworks school, you will benefit from numerous CPD opportunities that will allow you to improve and progress your career.
Job Details
Ref: 500101
Required: September 2026 or as soon as practicable
Contract: Fixed term for one year
Hours: 15 hours per week, term time only (working hours negotiable), 38 weeks plus 5.8 weeks annual leave entitlement
Salary: NJC Grade 3, SCP 3-4, £24,796 to £25,185 p.a. pro rata.
Actual starting salary: £8,467 p.a.
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.
Closing Date: Friday 11th September2026
Interview Date: W/c Monday 14th September 2026
What You Need to Succeed
We are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join our team to help support the needs of our children with SEND and an EHCP. This will entail working flexibly across the school, including within our enhanced provisions as appropriate. Knowledge of supporting children with Communication and Interaction needs such as autism and speech and language difficulties would be an advantage. 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 with special educational needs and are looking to progress your career in to education.
In return we can offer you:-
- A supportive environment in which to grow with an opportunity to be considered for
HLTA training for the right candidate.
- Collaborative working across all 10 schools in the trust
- Employee Benefits including Local Government Pension, Staff wellbeing (Employee
Assistance Program) and staff retail discounts.
Further Information
Hawthorns Primary 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 School is part of the Schoolsworks Academy Trust and the Trust is fully committed to supporting the career development of all its staff.
Hawthorns 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 information pack and application form below.
Applicants should clearly state on the application form their current expertise and previous experience. Please make reference to the Job Description and Personal Specification when completing the Skills and Competencies part of the application.
Application forms should be sent to the school by email to [email protected]
Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us on [email protected] or contact us on 01903 278206.
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 SCHO02948.
