Job Title: Individual Needs Assistant

Location: Brighton & Hove area 

Job Type: Part-Time or Full-Time hours

Primary Industry: Education and Training

Salary: £11.80 - £13.50 Per hour

Benefits: PAYE + £50 referral

• Competitive pay rate, commensurate with experience.
• Weekly pay which is paid through PAYE (no hidden umbrella costs).
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives.
• Part-time or Full-time positions available to match your availability.
• A team and professional and experienced consultants to guide you.
• Chance to work in diverse educational settings, gaining valuable experience.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Representing and trusted by more than 4000 clients across the UK – being a preferred supplier to schools.
• We’ve assistant over 10,000 candidates being gainfully employed.

Join our team as an Individual Needs Assistant.

Job Description

As an Individual Needs Assistant, your primary responsibility will be to support students with special educational needs in a classroom setting. This includes providing one-on-one assistance, helping with personal care needs, and implementing individual education plans. You will collaborate closely with teachers and other support staff to create a supportive learning environment for all students.

Required Qualifications:

- A genuine passion for working with individuals with special educational needs

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work effectively in a team environment

- Basic understanding of relevant legislation and policies related to special educational needs

Education:

A minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths is required. Additional qualifications in special educational needs or relevant field are desirable.

Experience:

Prior experience working with individuals with special educational needs is advantageous.

Knowledge and Skills:

- Understanding of different learning styles and strategies to support students with diverse needs

- Ability to adapt to changing situations and demonstrate flexibility in approach

- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively

Preferred Qualifications:

- Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools

- First Aid certification

Working Conditions:

You will be working in a classroom environment within a school setting. This role may require some physical activity and the ability to provide personal care assistance to students. Hours will be scheduled during school term times.

If you’re ready to take on an exciting role as a Individual Needs Assistant and contribute to the success of local students, we want to hear from you! 

Please contact Yasmin on 01273 253196 or email yasmin.heffernan@protocol-education.com

About Protocol Education:

At Protocol Education, we are dedicated to providing quality education solutions and supporting schools in delivering outstanding learning experiences. We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals who are keen to contribute to students’ development and engage in the vibrant school community. Whether you’re an experienced professional or starting your journey, we’re here to help you succeed.  

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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