About Us
St Andrew’s C of E Primary School is looking for a positive, enthusiastic and caring Learning Support Assistant / Mid-day Meals Supervisor to join a team committed to developing the whole child. Our parents, our children and Ofsted believe this school is exceptional is this regard:
These recent statements come from numerous parents expressing their views about St Andrew’s: https://www.standrewsnuthurst.co.uk/Parent-Voice/
Ofsted rated the school ‘outstanding’ in 2024, in the areas of Behaviour, Attitudes and Personal Development: https://www.standrewsnuthurst.co.uk/Our-School/Ofsted/
Most importantly, please watch these videos to see our children explaining what St Andrew’s is all about: https://www.standrewsnuthurst.co.uk/New-Parent-Info-Reception-2020/
At St Andrew’s, we operate under the mission: “Learning for Life; Aiming for Excellence; Guided by God.” ‘Learning for Life’ means learning the skills and values we all need to lead happy fulfilling lives, both as children and adults. Therefore, we prioritise these things throughout our curriculum and put a very strong emphasis on the importance of staff and all children living out the values of the school throughout their everyday behaviours and actions.
We believe in:
- Strong, trusting relationships between staff and children
- A broad, creative curriculum enriched by sports and the arts
- High expectations for behaviour, work and personal conduct
- Christian values embedded in all we do — modelling compassion, forgiveness, respect, truthfulness, service, and more
- Working closely in partnership with parents and carers
- Ensuring all children, including those with special educational needs, are supported and challenged appropriately
Please read more about our ethos at: https://www.standrewsnuthurst.co.uk/Our-School/Ethos/
Job Details
Salary:
LSA - WS Grade 3 point 3 (£24,796 pro rata)
MDMS - WS Grade 2 point 2 (£24,413 pro rata)
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern:
LSA - 8.30am to 12pm (17.5 hrs)
MDMS - 12pm to 12.45pm (3.75 hrs)
OR
MDMS - 12pm to 12.45pm (3.75 hrs)
LSA - 12.45pm to 3.30pm (13.75 hrs)
Term Time Only
Location: Nuthurst, Horsham RH13 6LH
Interviews: w/c 15th June
What You Need to Succeed
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support the class teacher in delivering high-quality learning and care for children, including those with Special Educational Needs. Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
- Supporting children’s learning through scaffolding, guided play, group work, and one-to-one interventions
- Monitoring children’s progress, observing, recording, and assisting in assessments
- Supporting the personal, social, emotional, physical development of children
- Promoting positive behaviour and a caring, respectful classroom environment
- Working with pupils with additional needs (SEND) to ensure inclusion
- Liaising with the class teacher, SENCO, and other staff to plan and review interventions
- Helping maintain an organised, stimulating, safe learning environment
- Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
Person Specification / Qualities We Seek
We are looking for someone who:
- Preferably has experience working with young children
- Have a minimum qualification of Grade C GCSE for Maths and English, or equivalent (NVQ Level 3 desirable)
- Demonstrates warm, caring interpersonal skills and a genuine love of working with young children
- Has excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with children, parents and staff
- Can adapt to individual children’s needs and use differentiated approaches
- Is proactive, flexible, reliable and a good team player
- Shares and upholds Christian values and is willing to contribute positively to our school ethos
- Is committed to ongoing professional development
What We Offer
- A welcoming, friendly and supportive school community
- Opportunities for training, coaching and professional growth
- A chance to make a real difference to children’s academic and emotional development
- Participation in school life and values-led education
Further Information
St Andrew's C of E 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
Visits to our school are strongly encouraged before applying; please email [email protected] or call 01403 891286, to arrange a mutually convenient time.
Send applications to: [email protected]
We very much look forward to welcoming a dedicated, enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our team.
Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on [email protected] / 01403 891286
The reference number for this role is SCHO02301.
NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.
Job Reference: SCHO02344
