Individual Needs Assistant (Gildredge House) at East Sussex County Council

Eastbourne, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Sep, 26

Salary

23456.0

Posted On

05 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Speech Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), PECS, Makaton, Visual Supports, Communication Aids, Targeted Interventions, Classroom Management, Patient Nurturing Approach, Relationship Building, Adapting Learning Environments

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Hours of work: 35 Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata) Fixed-term for: 12 months Closing date: Monday 08 June 2026 For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: Gildredge House Compton Place Road Eastbourne East Sussex BN20 8AB Phone: 01323 400650 Email: careers@gildredgehouse.org.uk [careers@gildredgehouse.org.uk] Website: https://www.gildredgehouse.org.uk/ [https://www.gildredgehouse.org.uk/] ; https://www.gildredgehouse.org.uk/home/contact-us/staff-vacancies/ [https://www.gildredgehouse.org.uk/home/contact-us/staff-vacancies/] 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. • Do you want to make a meaningful difference for a pupil with high communication and interaction needs, where your contribution is recognised and valued? • Would you enjoy supporting a child with complex communication needs to access learning and achieve their full potential? • Do you have experience of working with pupils who require tailored communication approaches within the classroom? • Are you skilled in using or willing to develop alternative and augmentative communication strategies (e.g. visual supports, PECS, or communication aids)? • Do you have a patient, nurturing approach and a commitment to building strong, trusting relationships to support engagement and independence We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate to the post of Individual Needs Assistant in our Primary phase for our 4-16 free school, initially working in Y2. You will be working within a team of highly dedicated and flexible staff members who understand the need to be flexible in approach, so that all children can be successful. We are seeking candidates that have energy and enthusiasm for supporting students in a busy school environment. We are particularly keen to hear from applicants who have previous knowledge and experience in the following areas: • Experience of supporting children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and/or social communication difficulties within a classroom setting • Ability to use or willingness to learn a range of communication strategies (e.g. visual supports, PECS, Makaton, communication aids) to support understanding and expression • Experience of delivering or supporting targeted interventions (e.g. Speech Link, Language Link, or similar communication programmes) • Understanding of how to adapt the learning environment and interactions to meet individual communication and interaction needs • Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development, including training from Speech and Language Therapy and specialist communication support teams At Gildredge House each individual is known and valued. Students are inspired to discover their passions and realise their academic potential. You will join a strong team of inspirational Teachers and Teaching Assistants in an exciting environment where learning is fun. If you are an imaginative and dynamic practitioner - with the capability of engaging and enthusing all students and the belief that everyone can succeed - we want to hear from you Gildredge House offers: • continuity of education for students aged 4+ • an expectation of high academic standards and ready to learn behaviours • excellent pastoral care • a range of extra-curricular activities • parent and community involvement • a positive team ethos As an employee of the school, you would benefit from: • A two-week break in the Autumn Term, allowing for holidays to be taken out of peak season. • A supportive induction programme for new staff to the school • Investment in your career development through appropriate, regular CPD • Support and mentoring by a strong Senior Leadership Team and other experienced leaders • Access to a full employee assistance programme, in support of wellbeing • TPS Pension Scheme • Complimentary tea and coffee in our staffroom • On-site parking Additional Information The Academy 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 an 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 https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record [https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record]. 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.

Responsibilities

Support pupils with high communication and interaction needs in a primary school setting to help them access learning. Implement tailored communication strategies and targeted interventions to foster student independence and success.