Individual Needs Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Worthing; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks an Individual Needs Assistant for a primary school in Worthing, offering full-time work until the academic year ends. This role involves providing 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with Autism, helping with learning and emotional regulation. Ideal candidates are patient, reliable, and able to form strong relationships. Training and ongoing support are provided. A rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in education.

Benefits

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Opportunities for training and professional development

Experience in a supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience with SEND or Autism is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Supporting learning, communication, and emotional regulation.
• Helping the pupil engage positively with classroom activities.
• Supporting social interactions and transitions.
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO.

Skills

Patient

Caring

Reliable

Passionate about supporting children with Autism

Able to build positive relationships

Calm and adaptable

Job description

Location: Worthing
Agency: Teaching Personnel
Start Date: January
Contract: Full-time, until the end of the academic year

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Worthing to recruit an Individual Needs Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with Autism.

Responsibilities

• Providing consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day
• Supporting learning, communication, and emotional regulation
• Helping the pupil engage positively with classroom activities
• Supporting social interactions and transitions
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to follow individual support plans

Qualifications

• Patient, caring, and reliable
• Passionate about supporting children with Autism and additional needs
• Able to build positive and trusting relationships
• Calm and adaptable in a primary school environment
• Previous experience with SEND or Autism is desirable but not essential

Benefits

• Full-time work until the end of the academic year
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Experience in a supportive and inclusive school environment

Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands‑on experience in a primary school setting and make a meaningful difference to a child’s education.

To apply, please contact Teaching Personnel or submit your application today.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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