Individual Needs Assistant (Guestling Bradshaw CE Primary School)

Job introduction

Hours of work: 31.25 per week 
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 5.65 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: Up to July 2026

Closing date: 6 December 2024

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Guestling Bradshaw CE Primary School, Rye Road, Guestling, TN35 4LS
Phone: 01424812279
Email: office@guestling.e-sussex.sch.uk
Website: www.guestling.e-sussex.sch.uk
 
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

At Guestling Bradshaw CE Primary School we have a clear vision for our school which unites staff, governors, families and children. We are dedicated to preparing our pupils for life-long learning by supporting them to be resilient, enthusiastic, collaborative, respectful and independent. We want our children to grow up caring about the world, feeling a valued part of it and knowing they have a contribution to make.

We are looking for an energetic person who is self-motivated, adaptable and positive about supporting our pupils with SEND. Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and working as part of a team is essential.

The successful candidate will:

• Compassionate and patient, with a good sense of fun.
• Be intuitive and responsive to the needs of pupils with SEND.
• Have an interest in working with children with SEND, particularly those with ASD.
• Demonstrate the ability to provide consistent, calm and nurturing support     whilst maintaining clear behavioural boundaries.
• Be able to use initiative and make professional judgements related to pupil learning to ensure pupil dysregulation, stress and anxiety are managed effectively. 
• Have bundles of enthusiasm and creativity, with a desire to nurture a love of learning in all our children.
• Be highly organised and forward thinking.
• Be passionate about making learning fun, relevant, enjoyable and challenging. 

We can offer you a supportive and professional working environment where there will be opportunities to develop and further your expertise. You will work alongside a friendly and enthusiastic team who are committed to ensuring our pupils develop a love of learning and have the confidence to embrace new challenges.

Closing Date - 6/12/2024

Interview date - Week beginning 9/12/2024

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.