About Us
Holbrook Primary School is a popular and highly-regarded two-form entry primary school located in Horsham, with 420 pupils from Reception to Year 6. We value professional relationships and work hard to create a healthy school culture that is focused on engaging learning and excellent teaching, underscored by a warm and welcoming nature with pupils, teachers, support staff, parents and the community at large. We are also committed to staff well-being and manageable workloads. Consequently, staff turnover is very low as people love working and being here.
At Holbrook, we have high aspirations for every child at the school and are committed to every child attaining their potential through experiencing a broad range of learning opportunities. We are dedicated to delivering a rich and exciting curriculum that will provide all children with valuable skills to go on to become successful life-long learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens.
Our talented and dedicated team of teachers and support staff work exceptionally hard to offer the best possible education for all our pupils, challenging each individual within a caring and supportive culture.
Job Details
Salary: MPS/UPS + SEND Allowance (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
Location: Holbrook Primary School
Interviews: 1st July 2026
What You Need to Succeed
* Be an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong track record of supporting pupils with SEND and raising achievement
* Hold the National SEND qualification (or be willing to achieve it within the required timeframe)
* Demonstrate a secure understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive teaching approaches
* Lead and develop effective SEND provision across the school
* Work collaboratively with teachers/support staff to improve outcomes for pupils with additional needs
* Provide guidance, support and training to colleagues to enhance inclusive practice
* Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, carers and external agencies
* Play a key role in safeguarding as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
* Contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of the school
* Demonstrate excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills
Further Information
HolbrookSchool 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 SCHO02544.
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