Individual Needs Assistant

DescriptionHours of work: 33.75Working 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 monthsClosing date: Friday 07 July 2025For more information and to apply for the above post please contact:Oakwood Primary AcademyMagnolia DriveEastbourneEast SussexBN22 0SSPhone: Email: Website: 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.At Oakwood Primary Academy the pupils and staff are looking to recruit an Individual NeedsAssistant to work from 8.15am to 3.30pmMonday to Friday during term time.Were looking for a talented new member of our team to work specifically with asmall group of our SEN children across our reception classes.At Oakwood were fortunate to have an incredibly modern spacious and well-resourced Early Years Foundation Village where support to get our wonderful pupils off to a strong start at school is our absolute priority. As such were looking for someone who has experience of supporting children with additional needs and who recognises the rewards this brings. Although targeted support will need to be given for one specific child opportunities to work with other children within our classes will also be available and we envisage the successful candidate being able to provide dynamic support to a range of our children all the while promoting independence inclusion and overall wellbeing. For this role we are seeking someone who is calm caring and resilient with the ability to build positive relationships with each and every child they work with as well as other staff within our team. So if you are a strong team player with great work ethic communication skills a keen desire to learn and adapt and can bring experience of supporting children requiring targeted/ enhanced provision then we would love to hear from youFor our employees we aim to:utilise our modern well-equipped EYFS-designed village spaces to provide well-rounded provision for all pupilsorganise and promote relevant training for our staff body to best support our staff in being as successful as possible in their respective rolesgive staff the full support of senior leaders including clear guidance from our Assistant Headteacher for Inclusionestablish a clear SEND pathway for graduated supportfacilitate Aurora Academies Trust-wide training opportunitiesliaise regular with our teams promoting great communication and team atmosphereembrace our school motto of being better every day.Please note that although this post will be fixed-term from September 2025 -July 2026 our school and Trust setting pride itself on retaining excellent staff and theremaybe possibilities for contractual extension.The salary shown reflects an interim 2025/2026 pay award pending completion of the negotiations between the National Employers and the Trade Unions. The difference between this and what is agreed as the final pay award will be paid as a lump sum back pay when announced by the government and the Trade Unions.We are also pleased to be able to offer access to our benefits scheme Aurora Academies Advantage. This includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme online GP service cycle to work scheme discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support. We also offer enhanced paternity leave in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books.Finally we really appreciate meeting prospective candidatesso that we have the opportunity to get to know more about you prior to our shortlisting process but also to give us opportunity to showcase our school and unique EYFS facilities. We welcome tours during and after-school hours so do get in touch with Susan Hubbard (School Business Manager) on to arrange a visit to OakwoodClosing date:Friday 7 November 2025 at 10amAurora Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Online searches will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates.Aurora Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.We would love to hear from you. For more information and to apply please follow this link: Key Skills Food Science,Marketing and Merchandising,Crystal Report,ESL,Client Services Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1