Individual Needs Assistant - Full-Time Role (Primary)

Location: Lancing Area
Start Date: ASAP or September Start
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term

Are you a nurturing and dedicated educator with experience supporting children with additional needs? We are currently working in partnership with a large, welcoming primary school in the Lancing area that is seeking an Individual Needs Assistant to join their supportive and inclusive team.

About the School:

This three-form entry school is situated in South Lancing, just a short distance from the sea. It's a place where children are encouraged to believe in themselves and feel that anything is possible. The school celebrates every child's individuality, providing an exciting and engaging curriculum that motivates and inspires learners every day.

Staff and pupils work together in a warm, community-focused environment where every child is supported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The team is incredibly proud of their pupils and their achievements, and they are committed to helping each child unlock their full potential.

Why You'll Love This School:

Large, well-resourced school with modern facilities

Located near the coast, just minutes from the sea

Passionate and supportive staff team

Excellent transport links and on-site parking

A strong focus on personalised learning and pupil wellbeing

About the Role - What You'll Be Doing:

As an Individual Needs Assistant, you will provide one-to-one or small-group support to pupils with a range of additional needs, including social, emotional, behavioural, communication, or learning difficulties. Your role will be to help each child engage with the curriculum and build the confidence and skills they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond.

Your daily responsibilities may include:

Working closely with class teachers and the SENCO to implement personalised support plans

Supporting pupils to access their learning in a way that works for them

Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation through consistent, supportive strategies

Using creative resources and activities to engage and motivate learners

Tracking progress and providing feedback to staff and parents where appropriate

Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a strong, trusting relationship with pupils who need a bit of extra support and to make a real difference in their day-to-day school experience.

Benefits of Working Through Teaching Personnel:

Competitive weekly pay, paid directly through PAYE

Access to a dedicated consultant who supports you throughout your placement

FREE access to training and CPD courses to support your career growth

myTP portal access for streamlined timesheets, jobs, and resources

£50 bonus for every educator you refer to us

Opportunities to gain valuable experience in different settings if desired

Apply Today!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that truly values its pupils, staff, and community. If you're passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives and want to work in a creative and inspiring environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now through Teaching Personnel to begin your rewarding journey as an Individual Needs Assistant in the Lancing area.

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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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