Individual Needs Assistant

GSL Education; Lewes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking an Individual Needs Assistant to support a child in Seaford. The role involves providing one-to-one assistance to enhance the child's learning experience, building confidence and promoting positive behaviour. Candidates should have relevant experience and an enhanced DBS certificate. Immediate start available for this rewarding position.

Benefits

Supportive school environment

Immediate start option

Friendly guidance from consultants

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special or additional needs is helpful.
• CV covering the last 10 years, with no unexplained gaps.

Responsibilities

• Supporting one student with their learning and daily routine.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and praising their efforts.
• Helping with break and lunch supervision if needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Kindness

Education

Enhanced DBS certificate

Job description

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Job Title: Individual Needs Assistant (INA)
Location: Seaford
Pay: £90 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate/September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Do you enjoy supporting children who need a little extra help at school?

GSL Education are looking for a kind and reliable Individual Needs Assistant (INA) to work with a welcoming school in Seaford. This is a lovely opportunity to support a child one-to-one and help them feel safe, happy, and ready to learn.

In this role as an Individual Needs Assistant, you will work closely with a student who needs extra help due to learning or emotional needs. You will give them the support they need during lessons and playtimes, helping them build confidence and stay on track.

Your Daily Role Will Include:

• Supporting one student with their learning and daily routine.
• Helping them understand tasks and stay focused in class.
• Working alongside the class teacher to meet the student’s needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and praising their efforts.
• Being a kind and steady presence for the student throughout the day.
• Helping with break and lunch supervision if needed.

What We Are Looking For:

• Someone caring, patient, and calm.
• Experience supporting children with special or additional needs is helpful.
• Good communication skills and a helpful attitude.
• A CV covering the last 10 years, with no unexplained gaps.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply through GSL Education.

Why Work with GSL Education?

• Be part of a supportive school where your work is valued.
• Start immediately or in September – whichever suits you best.
• Gain experience in a one-to-one support role.
• Receive friendly guidance from a dedicated consultant.
• Make a real difference in one child’s school life.

If you are an Individual Needs Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Seaford, we want to hear from you!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To apply for this Individual Needs Assistant role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.