Individual Needs Assistant - KS2
JOB_53733404769048Job type
TemporaryLocation
LewesWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Teaching AssistantIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
Competitive
Individual Needs Assistant KS2 job near Lewes
Job Title - Individual Needs Assistant (INA) in KS2
Location - Close to Lewes
Start Date - After Feb half term (23rd Feb)
Job Type - Temporary until end of the Academic Year
Your new company
Your new role
What you'll need to succeed
What you'll get in return
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Location - Close to Lewes
Start Date - After Feb half term (23rd Feb)
Job Type - Temporary until end of the Academic Year
Your new company
We are looking for a committed and resilient 1:1 Individual Needs Assistant to support a Year 4 pupil with behavioural and emotional needs. This temporary role runs from after February half term through to the end of Term 6.
The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider staff team to provide consistent, nurturing, and structured support throughout the school day.
Your new role
- Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a child with behavioural challenges
- Implementing strategies to help the pupil regulate emotions and remain engaged in learning
- Supporting the child through transitions, routines, and social interactions
- Working collaboratively with staff to follow behaviour plans and personalised targets
- Using the child’s interests—particularly music—to build rapport and encourage positive engagement
- Maintaining clear, calm communication and modelling positive behaviour
- Recording observations and contributing to review meetings where appropriate
What you'll need to succeed
We are seeking someone who:
- Has experience supporting children with behavioural or SEMH needs
- Remains calm, patient, and consistent under pressure
- Can build trust and positive relationships with pupils
- Is confident in using de-escalation and positive behaviour strategies
- Is proactive, reliable, and able to work as part of a supportive team
- Brings creativity and flexibility to meet the child’s individual needs
What you'll get in return
- A supportive and collaborative staff team
- Opportunities to develop skills in behaviour support and SEN practice
- A chance to make a meaningful difference to a child’s school experience
- Weekly competitive pay
- Access to over 200 online courses to support with CPD
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Individual Needs Assistant - KS2JOB_537334047690482026-02-092026-05-10
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