Individual Needs Assistant

Randstad Education; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking an Individual Needs Assistant to join an Ofsted Outstanding Independent Specialist School in East Grinstead. This full-time position focuses on supporting children with special educational needs, fostering a positive learning environment. Responsibilities include working closely with SEN learners on a 1:1 basis and adapting curriculum delivery. The role offers excellent opportunities for career progression and a supportive team environment.

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 is required.

Responsibilities

• Support SEN learners on a 1:1 basis.
• Work with small groups as needed.
• Adapt approaches based on individual pupil needs.
• Collaborate with team to monitor progress.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

Knowledge of 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.