Individual Needs Assistant

We are seeking to appoint an experienced, caring and dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant, working with children with EHCPs (Education, Health & Care Plans) due to significant ASC, ADHD or attachment needs.

You will be required to support learning in class, in small group interventions and/or on a one-to-one basis as necessary. You should be flexible, resourceful and willing to support the inclusive ethos of our school. This role also includes lunchtime support.

Part-time: 26 hours per week (6.5 hours per day – 4 days per week), term-time only.

Paid weeks per year: 47.36 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date: As soon as possible following checks

About the Role

The successful candidate will need:

• The ability to relate well to young children, with confidence and a calm manner in order to build good relationships
• Ability to establish and develop effective and supportive 1:1 relationships with children
• Experience in supporting children using programmes designed to encourage progress in reading, writing or maths
• Ability to work independently to deliver specific learning programmes with support and guidance both in school and from the Brighton and Hove Inclusion Support Service (BHISS)
• Ability and skills to encourage the pupils to interact and engage in activities led by class teachers
• Ability to support children in managing their social, emotional and mental health needs and presenting behaviours using strategies suggested by the BHISS team and the school

Please feel free to come and visit us. Contact the office team on [phone removed] to arrange a suitable time.

Closing date: By midnight on Sunday 27th September 2026

Interview date: Thursday 8th October 2026

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email/post/hand delivery.

Email: [email removed]

Addres: St. Nicolas CE Primary School, Locks Hill, Portslade-By-Sea, BN41 2LA

Telephone: [phone removed]

Website: www.stnicolas.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Additional Information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company Information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

St Nicolas CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.