Vacancies

Would you be interested in joining our supportive and committed team?

Our vision embodied by Bringing out the best in every child guides all that we do to prepare our children for their future lives and you can be part of this too.  We currently have 4 vacancies at our  vibrant, welcoming and supportive village school.

St Giles is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.  We are an equal opportunities employer. All posts are subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service and qualifications checks, a health check and satisfactory references. 

Specialist Support Assistant (SSA)

Salary: Grade 4 - 6, 30 Hours per Week (Term Time Only)
Monday to Friday, 8:45 a.m. – 3.15 p.m.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring individual to provide individualised support to pupils. For your application to be successful, you will be able to offer some or all of the following:

• experience of working with children, preferably in a primary or early years setting;
• an interest in and understanding of the needs of pupils with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and/or ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder);
• willingness to learn, adopt and adapt different approaches used to facilitate learning for pupils with Special Educational Needs and/or disabilities (SEND);
• confidence providing support utilising good literacy and numeracy skills;
• capacity to devise creative and imaginative approaches in order to motivate children to learn;
• an ability to be fair, apply equal opportunities at all times and understand the importance of confidentiality;
• evidence of team working and an ability to use your own initiative;
• resilience, optimism and a belief that with the right support all children can access learning;
• commitment to maintaining high standards of behaviour; and

• a growth mind-set demonstrating an ability to seek solutions.

Due to the funding linked to this appointment, this is a temporary contract until 22^nd July 2026 with a six month probationary period, subject to satisfactory service.  School visits are actively encouraged, please contact the Office Administrator, Caroline Lewis-Irlam, on 01825 790240 to arrange a visit.  Your application form and accompanying letter, should be posted or emailed to office@stgilesprimary.co.uk.  Please note that CVs will not be accepted. 

Start Date: Wednesday 3rd September 2025

Salary Range: Grade 4 - £24,790 - £27,711 (pro rata) £12.85 - £14.36 per hour

Closing date of applications: Friday 11^th July 2025

Interviews: TBA

Premises Officer

Salary: Grade 4 - 25 Hours per Week (All year round - Split between two sites as agreed)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a friendly, practical, and dependable individual to join our team, working across both St Giles CE Primary in Horsted Keynes and St Peter's CE Primary in Ardingly. 

Now approaching the end of a second year working in close partnership and currently sharing an Executive Headteacher, from September both school will be part of the Bright Futures Federation.  At this important time of growth and development, we are looking to appoint someone well-organised and reliable who will take pride in making sure that the upkeep and maintenance of both school sites is consistently of a high standard.

For your application to be successful, you will be able to offer:

• experience of working in a practical role with evidence of good maintenance skills;
• a rational approach to health & safety with clear consideration of how best to support colleagues, alongside a willingness to learn;
• a strong understanding of the need to complete daily, weekly, monthly and annual checks;
• good organisational skills and an understanding of the need to maintain clear records;
• an ability to use own initiative, prioritise tasks and draw upon the support of contractors as and when required; and
• good communication and interpersonal behaviour which is fully supportive our vibrant, welcoming and supportive village school communities.

Applicants will also need to be physically fit and adaptable as the work is varied and at times demanding.  This is a permanent appointment with a six-month probationary period, subject to satisfactory service.  School visits are actively encouraged, please contact the School Secretary at St Peter’s, Ms Gina Griffin, on 01444 892314 if you require further information or to arrange a visit.  Your application form and accompanying letter, should be posted or emailed to office@st-peters.school.  Please note that CVs will not be accepted. 

Start Date: ASAP

Salary Range: Grade 4 - £24,790 - £25,183 (pro rata) £12.85 - £13.05 per hour

Closing date of applications: Friday 4^th July 2025

Interviews: TBA

Wraparound Care Lead

Salary: Grade 3 – 11 hours per week (Term Time Only)
Breakfast Club: Monday to Friday, 7:45 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
After-School Club: Monday to Thursday, 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and caring individual to be the lead staff member for our Wraparound Care provision. For your application to be successful, you will be able to offer some or all of the following:

• experience of working with children, preferably in a primary setting;
• commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles inc. preparing breakfast and snacks;
• confidence in organising and leading engaging and safe activities for children before and after school, fostering a positive and welcoming environment;
• an ability to be fair, apply equal opportunities at all times and understand the importance of confidentiality;
• good organisation skills and an ability to communicate effectively with parents and carers;
• evidence of team working and an ability to use your own initiative; and
• a growth mind-set demonstrating an ability to seek solutions rather than problems.

This is a temporary contract until 22nd July 2026 in the first instance.  School visits are actively encouraged, please contact the Office Administrator, Caroline Lewis-Irlam, on 01825 790240 to arrange a visit.  Your application form and accompanying letter, should be posted or emailed to office@stgilesprimary.co.uk.  Please note that CVs will not be accepted. 

Start Date: ASAP

Salary Range: £24,027- £24,404 (pro rata) [£12.45 - £12.65 per hour]

Closing date for applications: 26/9/2025

Interviews: 2/10/2025

Midday Meals Supervisor (MMS)

Salary: Grade 2 – 6 ¼ hours per week (Term Time Only)
Monday-Friday 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, approachable and caring individual to join our vibrant, welcoming and supportive village school. For your application to be successful, you will be able to offer some or all of the following:

• a great role model who enjoys working with children, preferably in a primary setting;
• committed to maintaining high standards of engagement and behaviour for all;
• confident in ensuring that all pupils are safe and happy;
• an ability to be fair, apply equal opportunities at all times and understand the importance of confidentiality;
• adaptable in their approach and keen to motivate pupils to eat healthily and make good choices;
• evidence of team working and an ability to use your own initiative;
• a First Aid qualification or the willingness to train; and
• a growth mind-set demonstrating an ability to seek solutions rather than problems.

This is a permanent appointment with a six months probationary period, subject to satisfactory service. School visits are actively encouraged, please contact the Office Administrator, Caroline Lewis-Irlam, on 01825 790240 to arrange a visit.  Your application form and accompanying letter, should be posted or emailed to office@stgilesprimary.co.uk.  Please note that CVs will not be accepted. 

Start Date: ASAP

Salary Range: £23,656- £24,027 (pro rata) [£12.26 - £12.45 per hour]

Closing date for applications: 26/9/2025

Interviews: 2/10/2025