Individual Needs Assistant (St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School)

Job introduction

About the role

Individual Needs Assistant (Key Stage 2)

27.5 hours per week (09.00 - 15.00), Monday - Friday. Term time only.

Grade 3, Point 7: £24,027 pro rata.

This is a fixed-term role which is linked to funding. The contract is is anticipated to be for a minimum of 18 months but it could be extended beyond this.

St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary is a friendly and inclusive school with supportive staff and wonderful pupils. We are committed to providing the very best learning opportunities for all children and ensuring that our school becomes a place of excellence. 

The role of an INA involves providing one-to-one and group support to children with additional needs. The post holder will implement appropriate interventions for individual pupils, and support the wellbeing of children by delivering planned enrichment programmes. The post-holder will also be involved in supervising and supporting other children in the school, as needed. 

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience of working with children with additional needs.
• Previous experience in supporting children in a classroom setting.
• Knowledge of child development.
• The ability to build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Proficiency in Math and English.
• High expectations for themselves and their students.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A commitment to personal and professional development.
• A flexible, 'can do' attitude. 

This school offers:

• A strong and visionary leadership.
• Support to develop and grow your skills.
• The opportunity to work with wonderful children and inspiring staff.
• Access to ESCC staff benefits including the Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, My Staff Shop, and many more.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

We warmly welcome visits to our school, please contact the School Business Manager (finance@stmarymagsbex.e-sussex.sch.uk) to arrange this. 

We cannot accept CVs, please visit our website to download an application pack: https://www.stmarymags.co.uk/Vacancies/.

Closing Date : Noon on Thursday, 1^st May 2025

Interview Date : W/C 5^th May 2025

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safeguarding commitment, appointment to any post is subject to receipt of satisfactory references, medical clearance, and a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check as well as evidence of the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. We will also carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates.

Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 5.85 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service)
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
 
Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Additional information

Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

Data provided as part of a job application will be processed in line with the privacy notice for job applicants.

DBS

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure and Barring Services. For further information about what is required in this process please go to gov.uk disclosure and barring service . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

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.

Work Permits

We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. 

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.

Reasonable adjustments

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.