Part-Time Individual Needs Assistant – Primary School

East Sussex County Council; Lewes; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

East Sussex County Council is seeking an Individual Needs Assistant (INA) for Iford and Kingston CE Primary School. This part-time position (16.25 hours per week) focuses on supporting one child to engage with the curriculum and thrive emotionally and socially. The role involves delivering tailored support, emotional regulation strategies, and collaborating with teachers and external professionals.

Full training and support will be provided, and the successful candidate will need to comply with Childcare Disqualification Regulations.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with young children and those with additional needs.
• Ability to deliver tailored support in an educational setting.
• Understanding of the Childcare Disqualification Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored support to a child, adapting learning into small steps.
• Provide emotional regulation support through daily check‑ins.
• Collaborate with teachers and external professionals for high‑quality support.
• Build strong relationships with parents/carers and colleagues.

Skills

Emotional regulation support

Trauma-informed approaches

Building relationships

Collaboration with teachers

Job description

East Sussex County Council is seeking an Individual Needs Assistant (INA) for Iford and Kingston CE Primary School. This part-time position (16.25 hours per week) focuses on supporting one child to engage with the curriculum and thrive emotionally and socially. The role involves delivering tailored support, emotional regulation strategies, and collaborating with teachers and external professionals.

Full training and support will be provided, and the successful candidate will need to comply with Childcare Disqualification Regulations.