Individual Needs Assistant

Randstad Education; Copthorne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Copthorne is looking for an Individual Needs Assistant (SEN) to support children with complex needs. The role is full-time during school hours and focuses on one-to-one learner support and small group assistance. Ideal candidates should have teaching assistant experience and knowledge of the national curriculum. A supportive environment with career progression opportunities is offered.

Benefits

Accessible public transport links

School hours/term time only

Permanent position

Top of the range technology and resources

Supportive senior leadership

Brilliant career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be able to provide references.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support SEN learners on a 1:1 basis.
• Work in small groups when necessary.
• Contribute to tailored curriculum delivery.
• Collaborate to monitor progress.

Skills

Relevant Teaching Assistant experience

Knowledge of the current national curriculum

Ability to support SEN learners

Job description

Overview

Do you want to help children reach their full potential? Do you have a passion for learning and supporting fun, creative education? Are you looking to join a supportive, dedicated school team?

If you answered yes, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Join an Ofsted Outstanding Independent Specialist School, catering to young people aged 6 to 19 with complex communication and social needs, typically associated with Autism Spectrum Conditions. You'll be part of a committed team, dedicated to providing an education that fosters confidence, resilience, and empowers each child from day one!

With around 110 pupils, the school offers a personalised and supportive environment. They are currently seeking an Individual Needs Assistant (SEN) to join their primary team on a full-time, term-time only basis (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM).

Responsibilities

• Spend 80% of time supporting SEN learners on a 1:1 basis, with the remaining time working in small groups
• Support learners with profound needs where required
• Contribute to delivering a broad, balanced curriculum tailored to meet each pupil's unique needs
• Collaborate with the team to monitor progress and adapt approaches as needed

Qualifications

• Relevant Teaching Assistant experience (must be able to provide references)
• Relevant knowledge of the current national curriculum
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits

• Accessible Public transport links
• School hours/term time only
• Permanent position
• Top of the range technology and resources
• Supportive Senior leadership
• Brilliant career progression opportunities

Application details

All applicants for this position must have the listed requirements to be considered. Responsibilities include supporting learners on a 1:1 and small group basis.

If you want to know more about this fabulous opportunity or wish to send us your application then please don’t hesitate to apply now. For more information on this role please contact Bryony today on 01293 527416.

This role is open to receiving applications over the next two weeks. Within a week of the closing date, appropriate applicants will begin a three-stage interview process, after which shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the final stage of the interview process with appropriate school leadership.