Individual Needs Assistant

Aldridge Education; Brighton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Brighton Aldridge Community Academy is seeking an empathetic Individual Needs Assistant to support students with a range of additional needs, assisting in delivering inclusive learning and helping create a safe, nurturing environment where every student can succeed.

You will provide one-to-one and small group support, monitor progress, and work with teachers, parents, and professionals to promote positive behaviour and social inclusion.

Qualifications

• Providing one-to-one and small group support for students with additional needs.
• Assisting teachers in delivering inclusive lessons.
• Supporting students with personal care, wellbeing, and independence where required.

Responsibilities

• Student Support: Provide one-to-one or small group assistance to students with individual needs, ensuring they can access the curriculum and participate fully in school activities.
• Classroom Assistance: Assist teachers in the preparation and delivery of lessons, adapting materials and resources to meet the specific needs of students.
• Personal Care: Support students with personal care tasks as needed, including toileting, feeding, and mobility assistance.
• Behaviour Management: Implement behaviour management strategies to support positive behaviour and social interaction among students.
• Monitoring Progress: Observe and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and contributing to the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Communication: Maintain open and effective communication with teachers, parents, and other professionals regarding student progress and any concerns.
• Inclusion Activities: Encourage and facilitate the participation of students with individual needs in extracurricular activities and school events.
• Training and Development: Participate in training and professional development opportunities to stay informed about best practices in supporting students with individual needs.
• Safeguarding: Adhere to school policies and procedures for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Job description

Individual Needs Assistant (Brighton Aldridge Community Academy)

Location: Brighton And Hove, UK

Salary: £(phone number removed)

Contract Type: Permanent

Education Phases: Secondary;

Job Roles: Education Support;

Working Patterns: Part-Time;

Application Deadline: Wednesday, 7th October 2026

Interview Date: October 2026

Expected Working Start Date: asap

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Is a Shared Job: No

About the School:

Brighton Aldridge Community Academy (BACA) is a dynamic and forward-thinking secondary school offering a unique blend of academic excellence, vocational training, and personal development. Located in a state-of-the-art £30 million campus, BACA boasts cutting-edge facilities including specialist science labs, creative media suites, sports academies, and green, sustainable architecture. The academy has built strong partnerships with professional organisations such as Sussex Cricket and Latest TV, providing students with real-world experience in sport, media, and construction through its renowned academies. With a curriculum that nurtures resilience, creativity, teamwork, and entrepreneurship supported by initiatives like the BACA 100 enrichment programme and are well-prepared for future success. Rated Good by Ofsted, BACA is committed to high-quality education, career readiness, and strong community engagement, making it a standout choice for families in Brighton and beyond

Job Description

Make a Difference Every Day as an Individual Needs Assistant!
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Individual Needs Assistant to support students with a range of additional needs, helping them to thrive both academically and personally. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in young people's lives and enjoy working as part of a supportive team, this is a rewarding opportunity. You will provide one-to-one and small group support, assist in delivering inclusive learning, encourage positive behaviour, monitor student progress, and help create a safe, nurturing environment where every student can succeed.

Who We're Looking For:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support for students with additional needs
• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Supporting students with personal care, wellbeing, and independence where required
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting social inclusion throughout the school day
• Monitoring progress and working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals

Join us in shaping bright futures. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented demographics.

This is a part time role, Mondays and Fridays from 8:15am to 3:15pm only.

Key Responsibilities

• Student Support: Provide one-to-one or small group assistance to students with individual needs, ensuring they can access the curriculum and participate fully in school activities.
• Classroom Assistance: Assist teachers in the preparation and delivery of lessons, adapting materials and resources to meet the specific needs of students.
• Personal Care: Support students with personal care tasks as needed, including toileting, feeding, and mobility assistance.
• Behaviour Management: Implement behaviour management strategies to support positive behaviour and social interaction among students.
• Monitoring Progress: Observe and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and contributing to the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Communication: Maintain open and effective communication with teachers, parents, and other professionals regarding student progress and any concerns.
• Inclusion Activities: Encourage and facilitate the participation of students with individual needs in extracurricular activities and school events.
• Training and Development: Participate in training and professional development opportunities to stay informed about best practices in supporting students with individual needs.
• Safeguarding: Adhere to school policies and procedures for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Accountability and Relationships with others:

Participate in the Performance Management Cycle and INSETs.

• Make best use of all resources ensuring inventories are accurate and up to date.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and its community.
• Maintain good working relationships with colleagues, students, parents/carers, governors, the community and Local Authority and ensure all communication is consistent with the school s ethos.
• Adhere to the Academy dress code.
• Adhere to and promote all Trust and academy policies and codes of conduct.
• Carry out any such duties as may be reasonably required by the Chief Executive and Principal
• We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented demographics.