Individual Needs Assistant – Full-Time (Primary School)
Location: East Grinstead
Start Date: ASAP or September Start
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Offered Through: Teaching Personnel
Do you have a passion for helping children overcome challenges and reach their full potential? A welcoming and inclusive primary school in East Grinstead is seeking a committed Individual Needs Assistant to join their supportive team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a nurturing environment and is ready to make a lasting impact on children with additional learning, emotional, or behavioural needs.
About the School
This East Grinstead school is known for its strong community feel, warm ethos, and inclusive approach. Every child is recognised as an individual, with kindness, resilience, and emotional wellbeing at the heart of the school’s values. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils feel safe, valued, and empowered to succeed.
Your Role as an Individual Needs Assistant
You will be providing tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with special educational needs (SEN), helping them access the curriculum and develop vital social and emotional skills. Working closely with class teachers and support staff, you'll play a key role in encouraging confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
Responsibilities include:
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Supporting pupils with additional learning and behavioural needs
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Assisting children with emotional regulation and promoting inclusion
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Helping to implement personalised support strategies
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Encouraging participation and engagement in class and during breaktimes
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Monitoring pupil progress and sharing feedback with staff and parents
What We’re Looking For
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Experience supporting children with SEN (or a relevant qualification – desirable)
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A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
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Strong teamwork and communication skills
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Commitment to inclusive, child-centred education
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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel
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Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
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Dedicated recruitment consultant
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Access to CPD and SEN-focused training
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Opportunities for progression and long-term placements
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£50 referral bonus for successful educator referrals
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Online portal to manage timesheets and job alerts
Apply Now
If you're ready to support children in a rewarding role that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Click Apply Now to join a nurturing East Grinstead school where every child is encouraged to shine.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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