At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with special educational needs in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Fordwater School, a caring and inclusive special school.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent pension, training opportunities, and staff discounts.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to continuous improvement and employee wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN and a passion for helping children thrive.
The predicted salary is between 19993 - 19993 £ per year.
Hours: 30.5 per week, 5 days a week 8.45am to 3.15pm, term time only
Salary: WSCC Grade 6 £19,993.96
Contract Type: Permanent, Part time, Term time only
Fordwater is a special school for children age 2-19 years with a range of special educational and complex learning needs including PMLD, SLD, and ASC.
We are looking for Special Support Assistants who:
- are caring and understanding of children’s needs
- have high expectations of children’s behaviour and attainment
- are very well organised & efficient
- are able to work as part of a team
- have experience of directly working with children with SEN
We can offer you:
- a happy, positive, vibrant working environment
- an inclusive school with a wide and diverse community
- talented, enthusiastic and supportive colleagues who are committed to continuous improvement
- A highly specialist teaching and learning environment
- Excellent opportunities for CPD
- A warm positive working environment where everyone is valued
As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.
As a member of staff, you will have access to a range of benefits including:
- a competitive salary
- an excellent local government pension scheme
- maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave
- training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring
- a range of discounts giving our staff access to hundreds of offers; groceries, travel, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities, high street retailers and the opportunity to save over £1,000 a year through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform
- discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres
- a range of commuting and business travel discount and initiatives
- health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans
- salary finance schemes
- working for a veteran-friendly employer.
Safeguarding Statement: Fordwater 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 successful applicant will require a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and two references, including one from their most recent employer.
Interviews: Tuesday 17th November 2026
Closing Date: Wednesday 11th November 2026 - 12 noon
Special Support Assistant in Chichester employer: Schools
Schools provide a supportive and collaborative work environment, emphasizing professional development and staff training. With leadership roles offering competitive salaries, employees can contribute to meaningful educational outcomes while ensuring the welfare of children and young people. The commitment to safeguarding and high standards makes Schools an attractive employer.
