Individual Needs Assistant

Randstad Education; Henfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A committed independent specialist school in Henfield is seeking an Individual Needs Assistant (SEN) to support children with complex communication needs. This full-time role involves working directly with learners on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, contributing to their educational development in a supportive environment. Applicants need relevant experience and knowledge of the national curriculum, and will enjoy benefits such as term-time hours and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Accessible Public transport links

Permanent position

Top of the range technology

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 with learners.
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching approaches.

Skills

Relevant Teaching Assistant experience

Knowledge of 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.