Individual Needs Assistant - SEN

Term Time Teachers Ltd; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Term Time Teachers Ltd is seeking an enthusiastic Individual Needs Assistant to support pupils at a specialist SEN school in Eastbourne. This full-time role offers Monday to Friday work and the chance to help pupils grow in learning, communication and confidence.

You will provide 1:1 support, adapt activities to ability, and collaborate with teachers to implement personalised plans. Experience in SEN or care is welcome, but the right attitude is key.

Qualifications

• We would love to hear from candidates who have previous experience in SEN, education or care. However, experience isn't essential if you have the right attitude and a genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Backgrounds in healthcare, residential care, psychology, youth work, mentoring, sports coaching or support work would be particularly relevant.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support and working with small groups of pupils.
• Adapting learning activities to meet individual abilities and needs.
• Supporting pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional development.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive engagement.
• Implementing individual support plans and positive behaviour strategies.
• Helping pupils navigate daily routines and overcome barriers to learning.
• Working closely with teachers and specialist staff to ensure consistent, tailored support.

Job description

Individual Needs Assistant - Full Time - Eastbourne

Location: Eastbourne, East Sussex
Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday
Setting: Specialist SEN School

Are you someone who enjoys helping others, building positive relationships and making a real difference to the lives of young people?

Academics are currently looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Individual Needs Assistant to support pupils within a specialist SEN school in Eastbourne.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with children and young people who require additional support with their learning, communication, behaviour and personal development. You will play an important role in ensuring every pupil feels valued, encouraged and supported to reach their individual potential.

You may be supporting pupils with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC/ASD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• ADHD and associated behavioural needs
• Moderate, Severe and Complex Learning Difficulties
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Sensory processing difficulties
• Developmental delays and additional learning needs

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support and working with small groups of pupils.
• Adapting learning activities to meet individual abilities and needs.
• Supporting pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional development.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive engagement.
• Implementing individual support plans and positive behaviour strategies.
• Helping pupils navigate daily routines and overcome barriers to learning.
• Working closely with teachers and specialist staff to ensure consistent, tailored support.

We would love to hear from candidates who have previous experience in SEN, education or care. However, experience isn't essential if you have the right attitude and a genuine passion for supporting young people.

Backgrounds in healthcare, residential care, psychology, youth work, mentoring, sports coaching or support work would be particularly relevant.

Full-time Monday-Friday Eastbourne & Surrounding Areas Specialist SEN Education

If you are empathetic, proactive and motivated to help young people develop their skills, confidence and independence, we would love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.