About Us
Lyminster Primary is a one-form entry school in Littlehampton with 208 children currently on roll. We are proud to serve a vibrant community with average Pupil Premium and complex Special Educational Needs - we have a strong local reputation for Inclusion,and it would be important that this is also something you believe in.
Our pupils are engaging, enthusiastic and well-behaved, and we have a team of friendly,supportiveand highly motivated staff and governors. We are committed to continued professional development and staff well-being, and team members report that they strongly value our ethos of teamwork and mutual support.
Our vision is to continue to build a community-focussed and nurturing school with sky-high ambition and a global outlook. Our mission is to imbue confidence in all our children, instil community spirit and foster a life-long love of learning. If this sounds like something you can be passionate about and help to promote in everything you do, then this post could be for you! Would you like to 'Find Your Roar' with us?
Job Details
Salary: £24,796-25,185 pro rata
Contract Type: permanent, term time only
Working Pattern: 32.5 hours per week, either:
8:30am - 12:15 morning session (12:15:12:45 Lunch Break) 12:45 - 3.30pm afternoon session, Monday - Friday
or:
8:30am - 12:45 morning session (12:45:1:15 Lunch Break) 1:15 - 3.30pm afternoon session, Monday - Friday
Location: Littlehampton
Interviews: 09/10/2026
What You Need to Succeed
Lyminster is a one-form entry primary with a current roll of 208 children. We are looking for an outstanding teaching assistant, with experience of supporting children with complex SEND and delivering a flexible, nurture-based curriculum under the direction of a teacher. The role involves a variety of 1:1, small group and whole class support working across the school, as well as taking an active role in continuing to develop the provision
Applicants should possess a love of learning, for both themselves and others, along with sky-high ambition to enable all to become the best them they can be.
This is a permanent post for 32.5 hours per week, term-time only.
We require someone who;
- is dedicated and enthusiastic
- loves motivating and inspiring learning
- is committed to a positive and inclusive classroom ethos
- possesses an excellent record of pupil support
- enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues, parents and children
- excels in behaviour management
We can offer you:
- the opportunity to work with a committed, passionate and supportive team
- enthusiastic and engaging children
- clearly mapped, aspirational CPD opportunities
- a bright and spacious teaching and learning environment
The post-holder will work in close partnerships with parents/carers, staff governors and outside agencies
Lyminster Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a successful DBS check, health and qualifications checks and satisfactory references. All shortlisted applicants must also pass a Disqualification by Association check. In accordance with KCSIE 2026, the school reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media platforms and the internet, and the recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process.
Candidates are encouraged to visit the school. Please call the school office on 01903 713642 for an appointment. Further information about our school is available on our website Lyminster Primary School - Home. Application forms are available on the West Sussex jobs site: Current jobs - West Sussex County Council
Further Information
Lyminster 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.
The reference number for this role is SCHO03025.
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