SEN Individual Needs Assistant Primary School

Location: East Hothely
Job Title: SEN Support Assistant
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

We are seeking an INA to support a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and sensory needs in a primary school setting in East Hothely. This part-time role is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children thrive in their learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted support for a pupil with ASD and sensory needs.
• Assist in creating a structured and calm learning environment.
• Use visual aids and sensory tools to help the child engage with lessons.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher to implement personalised strategies.
• Monitor and encourage the child’s social, emotional, and educational development.
• Follow the school’s safeguarding and behavioural policies to ensure the child’s well-being.

Essential Experience/Attributes:

• Previous experience working with children that have special educational needs.
• Experience or an interest in working with ASD and sensory needs (experience in a school setting is not essential but favoured).
• A DBS check registered on the update service or a willingness to obtain one.
• A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work within a team.
• The ability to be adaptable, remain calm in challenging situations, and respond to the needs of pupils.
• Must be able to understand and follow the school’s safeguarding procedures and behavioural policies.
• Qualifications relating to education, special educational needs, counselling, or psychology are not essential but will be looked upon favourably.

If you are interested or wish to discuss this role further apply now!

Important Notice: To successfully apply for the above position, you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:

• Provide details for us to complete reference checks before employment.
• Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with).

Pink Tile Education, their schools and candidates all share the view of “Best Fit, Every Time” and our role is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers. Please note the pay is inclusive of the 12.07% PAYE holiday.

We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we sometimes cannot reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application may have been unsuccessful on this specific occasion, but we encourage you to apply for positions that you may see in the future. Alternatively, please check missed calls and all your email folders as it may have been that we have tried to reach you. Thank you.