EYFS Reception SEN Learning Support Assistant – Shelley Primary School

Company: West Sussex County Council
Apply for the EYFS Reception SEN Learning Support Assistant – Shelley Primary School
Location: Horsham
Job Description:

Overview

SHELLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL, Wickhurst Lane, Broadbridge Heath, West Sussex RH12 3LU.

We are a welcoming, inclusive community which comprises fourteen classes. Our committed staff team cares passionately about making a difference to the children’s lives, enabling them every day to be the best they can be and to leave Shelley as mindful, confident individuals who have a love of learning. The school is supported by parents, a governing body and our Friends Association. We offer high quality professional development.

Details

  • Salary: West Sussex Grade 3, Points 3-4, £24,796-£25,185 per annum pro rata, term time only (actual salary £16,934-£17,200).
  • Contract Type: One Year Fixed Term
  • Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 8:45am to 3:15pm (includes 30-minute lunchtime duty and 30-minute unpaid lunch break)
  • Location: Shelley Primary School
  • Interviews: Thursday 25th June 2026

What You Need to Succeed

  • Enthusiastic and committed to supporting pupils with additional needs
  • Capable of building positive relationships with pupils and adults
  • Resilient, flexible and solution-focused
  • A team player eager to learn and develop

Safeguarding and Recruitment

Shelley 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.

Notes on Application

To apply for this role, please download the recruitment pack, job description, personal specification and application form below. Complete the application form and outline your motivations for applying and the skills and experience you can bring to the role. Return this to office@shelleyprimary.school. For questions regarding the role, please email or call 01403 265343.

Reference number for this role: SCHO02485.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…

Posted: June 5th, 2026