Individual Needs Assistant (St Michael's CE Primary School)

Job introduction

Hours of work: up to 15 hours per week
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6 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)
Fixed term for 6 months 

Closing date: Monday 13 January 2025
Interviews: Thursday 16 January 2025                 

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
St Michael's CE Primary School, Houghton Green Lane, Playden, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7PJ
Phone: 01797 280277
Email: office@playdenschool.com
 
Please note, 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 the role

Individual Needs Assistant at St Michael’s Church of England Primary School.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting children and making a positive impact on their educational journey. To be successful in this role, you should have:

Experience supporting children in a classroom setting (preferred but not essential).

• A strong understanding of child development.
• The ability to build meaningful relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Proficiency in maths and English.
• High expectations for both yourself and the children you support.
• A commitment to the Christian values of the school.
• A positive, professional approach that reflects the values and image of the school.

Although previous school experience is desirable, we welcome applications from all candidates who are eager to learn and grow with us.  This is a short term contract until July 2025 up to 15 hours per week, term time only. We welcome applications for those willing to share the role.

This person will work as part of a small, friendly team in this rural village school.
Please contact the school office for an application pack and a school tour on
01797 280277 or e-mail office@playdenschool.com

Starting Date: as soon as possible
Application Deadline: 12:00 (midday) Monday 13th January             

Additional information

 

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.

 
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 www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

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.

 

Company information

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.