Individual needs Assistant (Bonners CoE Primary School & Nursery)

East Sussex County Council; Uckfield; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in England seeks a motivated Individual Needs Assistant for Bonners CoE Primary School in Uckfield. This part-time position involves supporting a child in Year 5 with specific needs as outlined in their EHCP. The ideal candidate should be organized, patient, and reliable, committed to promoting inclusivity. This fixed-term role offers 28.33 hours per week during term time only, with a pro-rata salary of £24,796. Candidates must complete background checks and demonstrate their qualifications for working with children.

Qualifications

• Interest in supporting children.
• Ability to work inclusively in a mainstream setting.
• Knowledge of individualized education plans.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with a child in Year 5.
• Assist with speech and language needs.
• Promote the child's educational growth.

Skills

Support for children

Commitment to inclusion

Knowledge of speech and language requirements

Job description

Individual needs Assistant (Bonners CoE Primary School & Nursery)

Location: Uckfield, East Sussex, United Kingdom (On-site)

Job Info

• Job Identification: 2295
• Posting Date: 12/24/2025, 01:30 PM
• Apply Before: 01/16/2026, 12:00 PM
• Locations: Bonners CE Primary School, Maresfield, TN22 2EG, GB (On‑site)
• Working Hours: 28.33
• Salary: 24,796 – 24,796
• Working Pattern: Part Time - term time
• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
• Number of Openings: 1

Job Description

Hours of work: 28 hours 20 minutes per week, 08:40am to 15:20pm. Working pattern: Part‑time, term‑time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years’ continuous service).

The position is fixed term until July 2027 and salary will be pro‑rata.

Closing date: 12:00pm Friday 16 January 2026.

Our school requires an Individual Needs Assistant to work with a child in Year 5 with an EHCP. This fixed‑term contract will last 18 months because of the child’s statement.

We are looking for a motivated and energetic individual who has a calm, organised, patient and professional approach to working with children. We would like a cheerful, reliable, flexible and hardworking individual.

Key Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Interest and passion for supporting children.
• Commitment to inclusion for all within a mainstream setting.
• Belief in supporting every child to be the best that they can be.
• Knowledge of speech and language requirements.

Start date: as soon as possible.

Interviews: Week of 19 January 2026.

To apply for the position, or for further information, please contact the school office via email or telephone. We do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self‑declaration form as part of the pre‑employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

About Us

Additional Information. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.