About Us
Our friendly, popular and successful Primary School is seeking an additional Teaching Assistant to support SEND pupils with personalised learning. This will be with pupils who either are in receipt of an EHCP or on the pathway to being awarded one. The role is likely to be a combination of support both in class and interventions outside of the classroom. A lunchtime supervision duty is also included.
The successful candidate will be joining a supportive, caring and forward-thinking school community who are dedicated to their roles and are keen to go that ‘extra mile’ to make a real difference to the lives of the children. We work hard but support each other well and enjoy being part of a school that makes a difference. There is a strong emphasis on ongoing staff professional development in order to ensure support and provision are of the highest quality. Thakeham is a special place and we are very proud of it!
The successful candidate must:
- be skilled and confident in supporting learning, particularly with SEND pupils, to raise achievement
- have recent experience of a primary school setting either in mainstream or specialist settings
- have patience, understanding, warmth and empathy with pupils
- have strong interpersonal skills and be a team player
- have a creative and enthusiastic ‘can do’ approach
- be willing to go that ‘extra mile’
- understand that pupils with SEND can present with significant verbal, physical and behavioural difficulties
- be emotionally resilient and willing to be an active part of a small team
We can offer:
- wonderful, enthusiastic and appreciative children!
- a strong, supportive school community of governors, staff and parents
- a warm, nurturing and positive approach
- ongoing training and excellent professional development opportunities
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects the staff team to share this commitment. This post is subject to a successful DBS, and satisfactory reference checks.
Please ensure that you write your application according to the Person Specification, providing evidence of how you meet the criteria. If you do not hear from us, please presume you have not been shortlisted for interview.
Job Details
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Contract: Part-time SEND Teaching Assistant
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 1:30pm (with flexibility to increase beyond this based on pupil need)
Salary: Grade 3 point 3: £24,796 (£12.85 per hour) to point 4 £25,185 (£13.05 per hour) pro rata, term-time only
Location: Thakeham Primary School
Interviews: Friday 5th June 2026
What You Need to Succeed
The successful candidate must:
- be skilled and confident in supporting learning, particularly with SEND pupils, to raise achievement
- have recent experience of a primary school setting either in mainstream or specialist settings
- have patience, understanding, warmth and empathy with pupils
- have strong interpersonal skills and be a team player
- have a creative and enthusiastic ‘can do’ approach
- be willing to go that ‘extra mile’
- understand that pupils with SEND can present with significant verbal, physical and behavioural difficulties
- be emotionally resilient and willing to be an active part of a small team
Further Information
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects the staff team to share this commitment. This post is subject to a successful DBS, and satisfactory reference checks.
Please ensure that you write your application according to the Person Specification, providing evidence of how you meet the criteria. If you do not hear from us, please presume you have not been shortlisted for interview.
Thakeham 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 job description 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 contact us.
Address: Rock Road, Storrington RH20 3AA
Website: www.thakehamps.co.uk
Tel no: 01903 740176
The reference number for this role is SCHO02397.
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: SCHO02397
